Phenytoin Sodium Tablets

Brand Name : HIGHTIN – 100

Composition : Phenytoin Sodium Tablets

Packing : (20 x 10)

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Description : Phenytoin Sodium Tablets – The medication is primarily used to treat and prevent certain types of seizures and a neurological condition known as epilepsy. The types of seizures that are indicated to use for this medication are partial seizures, control of tonic-clonic seizures, or a combination of these two. Phenytoin Sodium Tablets are also used to treat or prevent seizures that may occur during or after brain surgeries or severe head injuries. A seizure is an uncontrollable electric disturbance in the nerve cell of the brain. Whereas, epilepsy is a neurological disorder that causes brain activity to become abnormal resulting in causing seizures.

The medication contains Phenytoin in it which is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant. This anti-epileptic drug helps control seizures and works by reducing the excessive and abnormal action of nerve cells in the brain. Phenytoin Sodium medicine also helps in decreasing the spread of seizure activity in the brain. However, the tablets do not use to treat all kinds of seizures, only your doctor will determine if this is the right medication to treat your medical condition. Take the medicine as prescribed by the doctor without skipping a dose to see better results.

Medical Benefits of Phenytoin Sodium Tablets

• The medication is primarily used to prevent and control certain types of seizures. 
• The tablets are also useful to treat a neurological condition known as epilepsy.
• The types of seizures that are indicated to use for this medication are partial seizures, control of tonic-clonic seizures, or a combination of these two.
• Phenytoin Sodium medicine is also used to treat or prevent seizures that may occur during or after brain surgeries or severe head injuries.
• The medication helps in decreasing the increased amount of spread of seizure activity in the brain.

Side Effects of Phenytoin Sodium Tablets

Consumption of Phenytoin Sodium medication may cause some side effects. The side effects of this medication are usually temporary and fade away after completing the full medication course. However, in some cases people do get serious side effects; call the doctor immediately if you experience side effects that last for too long.
Some of the side effects that may occur after taking Phenytoin Sodium tablets are:

The increased glucose level in the blood, Peripheral neuropathy, softening of bones, Megaloblastic anemia, Insomnia, Excessive hair growth on the face, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Hypotension, Lymphatic system abnormalities, Arrhythmia, Cardiovascular collapse, Encephalopathy, Liver failure, Stevens-Johnson syndrome,  A blood circulation disorder, Psychosis, Nystagmus, Vertigo, Dizziness.

Precautions for Phenytoin Sodium Tablets

Some of the precautions to keep in mind while taking the Phenytoin Sodium medication to avoid any side effects are:

1. Inform your doctor beforehand if you are allergic to phenytoin sodium or any other anti-seizure medication such as trimethadione, ethotoin, carbamazepine, etc. 
2. Remember to not skip any dosage of the medication as skipping dosage can trigger seizures.
3. Inform the doctor if you have a medical history of liver disease, alcohol abuse, lupus, any blood conditions, or deficiency of vitamin B-12. 
4. Phenytoin Sodium tablets may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Hence, avoid driving or any work that requires mental focus. 
5. Consult the doctor if you experience any sudden mood changes or started to get suicidal thoughts after taking the medication. 
6. Do not stop taking the phenytoin sodium medicine suddenly on your own before talking to the doctor first or it may increase the side effects and increase the frequency of seizures. 

So, these are some of the precautions and warnings to remember before taking the Phenytoin Sodium tablets. Apart from this, the medication is purely safe for consumption purposes to control and prevent seizures. Take the medication as suggested by your healthcare provider for better results.