What are the other side effects of Dilantin?
Q. I've been taken dilantin for about 15 days and then I always feel dizzy and I walk like a drunk and I hear too dilantin can affect my liver and my teeth and gums. Is it true?
Asked by Celia - Wed Jan 28 20:46:07 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Dilantin is bad for your liver, and if very addictive.
Answered by bbrc - Wed Jan 28 20:50:04 2009
Q. I've been taken dilantin for about 15 days and then I always feel dizzy and I walk like a drunk and I hear too dilantin can affect my liver and my teeth and gums. Is it true?
Asked by Celia - Wed Jan 28 20:46:07 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Dilantin is bad for your liver, and if very addictive.
Answered by bbrc - Wed Jan 28 20:50:04 2009
Has a man ever taken dilantin and conceived a child?
Q. We have been ttc for a while now and i read up on dilantin and it has infertility side effects. My husband takes 500mg a day for his epilepsy. He is going to the doc to see if they can change his meds. Has any man taken this and conceived and how many milligrams were u taking at the time? Serious inquiries only please.
Asked by Amy - Sun Sep 13 20:57:37 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hi, Dilantin is an anticonvulsant prescription drug used to treat people who suffer from epileptic seizures. According to the New York Methodist Hospital and the Minnesota Men's Health Center, Dilantin (phenytoin) may cause a lower sperm count and can lead to infertility in men. This is, however, not among the most common side effects of the medication, which include headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, insomnia, mild tremors and nausea. The severity of side effects usually depends on the dosage, as well as on the length of treatment. Some people taking Dilantin have also reported rashes and other skin irritations and liver damage. In order to measure the actual risk or likelihood of infertility from taking this medication, it is telling… [cont.]
Answered by Nemrod Kedem - Mon Sep 14 10:49:17 2009
Q. We have been ttc for a while now and i read up on dilantin and it has infertility side effects. My husband takes 500mg a day for his epilepsy. He is going to the doc to see if they can change his meds. Has any man taken this and conceived and how many milligrams were u taking at the time? Serious inquiries only please.
Asked by Amy - Sun Sep 13 20:57:37 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hi, Dilantin is an anticonvulsant prescription drug used to treat people who suffer from epileptic seizures. According to the New York Methodist Hospital and the Minnesota Men's Health Center, Dilantin (phenytoin) may cause a lower sperm count and can lead to infertility in men. This is, however, not among the most common side effects of the medication, which include headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, insomnia, mild tremors and nausea. The severity of side effects usually depends on the dosage, as well as on the length of treatment. Some people taking Dilantin have also reported rashes and other skin irritations and liver damage. In order to measure the actual risk or likelihood of infertility from taking this medication, it is telling… [cont.]
Answered by Nemrod Kedem - Mon Sep 14 10:49:17 2009
What are the symptoms of stopping Dilantin gradually?
Q. I never had seizure in my life but had my Brian AVM embolyzed 3 years ago. My neurosurgeon put me on 400mg dilantin per day. After the advice from a physician, I am gradually decreasing my dosage to 300mg. I experience a little restlessness while sitting ( like wanting to shake my feet). Is it due to reducing dilantin? Otherwise I am completely fine.What exactly are the symptoms of reducing dilantin overtime - for a person who never had seizure?
Asked by roomblaze - Mon Feb 1 06:07:58 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Some restlessness is likely on reducing Dilantin. This symptom is temporary and will stop when the dose stabilizes. Reducing the dose is logical in a case with no history of seizures, and no incident after the embolyzation. My advise would be to follow the prescription that your doctor has given.
Answered by JosephV - Mon Feb 1 10:51:09 2010
Q. I never had seizure in my life but had my Brian AVM embolyzed 3 years ago. My neurosurgeon put me on 400mg dilantin per day. After the advice from a physician, I am gradually decreasing my dosage to 300mg. I experience a little restlessness while sitting ( like wanting to shake my feet). Is it due to reducing dilantin? Otherwise I am completely fine.What exactly are the symptoms of reducing dilantin overtime - for a person who never had seizure?
Asked by roomblaze - Mon Feb 1 06:07:58 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Some restlessness is likely on reducing Dilantin. This symptom is temporary and will stop when the dose stabilizes. Reducing the dose is logical in a case with no history of seizures, and no incident after the embolyzation. My advise would be to follow the prescription that your doctor has given.
Answered by JosephV - Mon Feb 1 10:51:09 2010
I wanted to know what is the difference between Dilantin and Plenytoin in medcation?
Q. I am taking classes on medication and I am trying to find out difference medication,I do already know that Dilantin is a brand name medication and Plenytoin is a generic.
Asked by ladygster - Wed Mar 15 08:28:55 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. This is the FDA's website that compares namebrand and generic medication. Most of the generic and namebrands are the therapeutically equivalent. Click on search by active ingredient, type in phenytoin, then click search. You can read about the codes by clicking on TE codes at the top.
Answered by leahabj - Mon Mar 20 23:16:23 2006
Q. I am taking classes on medication and I am trying to find out difference medication,I do already know that Dilantin is a brand name medication and Plenytoin is a generic.
Asked by ladygster - Wed Mar 15 08:28:55 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. This is the FDA's website that compares namebrand and generic medication. Most of the generic and namebrands are the therapeutically equivalent. Click on search by active ingredient, type in phenytoin, then click search. You can read about the codes by clicking on TE codes at the top.
Answered by leahabj - Mon Mar 20 23:16:23 2006
My wife takes dilantin to control her seizures. How can she switch to a drug with lesser side effects?
Q. We've heard that switching off dilantin will cause seizures, but we've also heard that there are safe ways to do that won't cause seizures. Also, what would be the best drug to switch to?
Asked by Kevin E - Sat Mar 31 22:18:08 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My daughter takes Tegratol, and doesn't have any noticable side effects. As long as you switch under a doctors supervision and they wean her off the dilantin slowly, it should be fine. Just don't suddenly stop taking it.
Answered by Lesley M - Sat Mar 31 22:22:23 2007
Q. We've heard that switching off dilantin will cause seizures, but we've also heard that there are safe ways to do that won't cause seizures. Also, what would be the best drug to switch to?
Asked by Kevin E - Sat Mar 31 22:18:08 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My daughter takes Tegratol, and doesn't have any noticable side effects. As long as you switch under a doctors supervision and they wean her off the dilantin slowly, it should be fine. Just don't suddenly stop taking it.
Answered by Lesley M - Sat Mar 31 22:22:23 2007
Effects of over dose of dilantin and treatment?
Q. On regular use of dilantin, went for minor surgery and given additional dilantin injections, since then severe pain in bones which feels like heat radiating from them. Is there a cure and what treatment recommended, sometimes the pain is unbearable.
Asked by tiger - Sun May 25 18:29:33 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I have been taking Dilantin for over 10 years (for epileptic seizures), and I have felt the same feeling but never related it to my Dilantin (thanks for the insight). What happens to me when my Dilantin levels get too high is dizziness, unstable as far as standing,walking,etc, difficulty talking(slurred speech,stuttering,jumbled , make no sense,etc.),difficulty with sensory(grabbing,holding, etc). Pretty much a doped up feeling.
Answered by CJJupe - Sun May 25 21:11:25 2008
Q. On regular use of dilantin, went for minor surgery and given additional dilantin injections, since then severe pain in bones which feels like heat radiating from them. Is there a cure and what treatment recommended, sometimes the pain is unbearable.
Asked by tiger - Sun May 25 18:29:33 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I have been taking Dilantin for over 10 years (for epileptic seizures), and I have felt the same feeling but never related it to my Dilantin (thanks for the insight). What happens to me when my Dilantin levels get too high is dizziness, unstable as far as standing,walking,etc, difficulty talking(slurred speech,stuttering,jumbled , make no sense,etc.),difficulty with sensory(grabbing,holding, etc). Pretty much a doped up feeling.
Answered by CJJupe - Sun May 25 21:11:25 2008
they took my father off dilantin for aneurisms and he had a sexizure which caused a heart attack is this why?
Q. They've had my father on dilantin for preventative reasons after he had brain surgery for bursted aneurysms. His piddly ... doctor took him off the dilantin and now he had a seizure and from that a heart attack. Is this why he had a heart attack from the stress from the seizure?
Asked by Kris - Thu Feb 18 14:00:47 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. In my opinion it do sound like he had one from stress from the seizure. I can't give no further advice on this you should ask his doctor on more information.
Answered by i g 4 L til i - Thu Feb 18 14:05:43 2010
Q. They've had my father on dilantin for preventative reasons after he had brain surgery for bursted aneurysms. His piddly ... doctor took him off the dilantin and now he had a seizure and from that a heart attack. Is this why he had a heart attack from the stress from the seizure?
Asked by Kris - Thu Feb 18 14:00:47 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. In my opinion it do sound like he had one from stress from the seizure. I can't give no further advice on this you should ask his doctor on more information.
Answered by i g 4 L til i - Thu Feb 18 14:05:43 2010
What should I expect from a dilantin level of 38?
Q. What are the side effects of a high dilantin level?
Asked by Sober Mom - Thu Jun 22 08:24:54 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You should expect to have more frequent seizures. An average dilantin level should be around 15. Did your doctor not tell you this when he gave you the results? You either need to lower your dose or get another doctor Hun. To much dilantin can cause serious seizures and even seizure induced comas. Be careful and talk to your doctor.
Answered by blackrose9902 - Thu Jun 22 08:32:12 2006
Q. What are the side effects of a high dilantin level?
Asked by Sober Mom - Thu Jun 22 08:24:54 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You should expect to have more frequent seizures. An average dilantin level should be around 15. Did your doctor not tell you this when he gave you the results? You either need to lower your dose or get another doctor Hun. To much dilantin can cause serious seizures and even seizure induced comas. Be careful and talk to your doctor.
Answered by blackrose9902 - Thu Jun 22 08:32:12 2006
Can you get pregnant while taking dilantin?
Q. I'm taking dilantin can i get pregnant, If so will it harm the baby?
Asked by kimberlyrenee_08 - Tue Mar 10 21:34:28 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You CAN get pregnant while taking Dilantin, but you SHOULDN'T. It's a category D drug, and is a known teratogen (that is, it's known to cause birth defects). The birth defects that result from Dilantin use in pregnancy can be severe, and range from facial deformities to mental retardation. Most doctors would recommend against taking it during pregnancy, and those that do prescribe it usually order the lowest effective dose possible.
Answered by Mrosie - Tue Mar 10 21:48:35 2009
Q. I'm taking dilantin can i get pregnant, If so will it harm the baby?
Asked by kimberlyrenee_08 - Tue Mar 10 21:34:28 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You CAN get pregnant while taking Dilantin, but you SHOULDN'T. It's a category D drug, and is a known teratogen (that is, it's known to cause birth defects). The birth defects that result from Dilantin use in pregnancy can be severe, and range from facial deformities to mental retardation. Most doctors would recommend against taking it during pregnancy, and those that do prescribe it usually order the lowest effective dose possible.
Answered by Mrosie - Tue Mar 10 21:48:35 2009
does anybody know about mixing one or two alcohol drinks with dilantin?
Q. I had a siezure, the day after tomorrow is my husbands birthday, and I want to know if it is ok to have one or two margaritas. The doctors around here, they haven't told me anything about the medication, and I am curious. I don't want to risk my health, but need to know for sure if anyone knows about that, thanks!
Asked by YerMuther - Tue Mar 10 20:55:01 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I took Dilantin for years and drank beer every day with no apparent ill effects. see this site
Answered by fasteddy999 - Tue Mar 10 21:58:47 2009
Q. I had a siezure, the day after tomorrow is my husbands birthday, and I want to know if it is ok to have one or two margaritas. The doctors around here, they haven't told me anything about the medication, and I am curious. I don't want to risk my health, but need to know for sure if anyone knows about that, thanks!
Asked by YerMuther - Tue Mar 10 20:55:01 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I took Dilantin for years and drank beer every day with no apparent ill effects. see this site
Answered by fasteddy999 - Tue Mar 10 21:58:47 2009
What are the signs of being toxic from the medication for seizures called dilantin?
Q. What are the signs of being toxic from the medication for seizures called dilantin?
Asked by Gail K - Thu Jul 17 22:31:42 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The full name of the drug is Dilantin Sodium, and is given for epilepsy. Phenytoin is the generic name of this drug. The side effects tremor ,dizziness,slurred speech, confusion , lack of balance of the body ,acne, growth of hair on the body (specially in females), toxicity to kidney, liver , bonemarrow ,confusion and even loss of consciousness Reference British National Formulary 2008
Answered by welig - Sun Jul 20 12:40:34 2008
Q. What are the signs of being toxic from the medication for seizures called dilantin?
Asked by Gail K - Thu Jul 17 22:31:42 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The full name of the drug is Dilantin Sodium, and is given for epilepsy. Phenytoin is the generic name of this drug. The side effects tremor ,dizziness,slurred speech, confusion , lack of balance of the body ,acne, growth of hair on the body (specially in females), toxicity to kidney, liver , bonemarrow ,confusion and even loss of consciousness Reference British National Formulary 2008
Answered by welig - Sun Jul 20 12:40:34 2008
I take 900mg Dilantin for seizures. When is the best time to take my pills?
Q. I only have seizures in my sleep, so I've been taking all 900mg before I go to bed. Does it really matter if I split it into two doses? Is there a better time I should take it?
Asked by Michael W - Tue Nov 24 20:31:09 2009 - - 1 Answers - 1 Comments
A. you should take half then 12 hours later take the other half of your prescribed dosage . if your taking them all at one time they aren't staying in your system at an even level to help control your seizures
Answered by mrs_pipesmoker - Tue Nov 24 20:37:50 2009
Q. I only have seizures in my sleep, so I've been taking all 900mg before I go to bed. Does it really matter if I split it into two doses? Is there a better time I should take it?
Asked by Michael W - Tue Nov 24 20:31:09 2009 - - 1 Answers - 1 Comments
A. you should take half then 12 hours later take the other half of your prescribed dosage . if your taking them all at one time they aren't staying in your system at an even level to help control your seizures
Answered by mrs_pipesmoker - Tue Nov 24 20:37:50 2009
Will the ARMY let somebody on Dilantin join?
Q. I take dilantin or phenytoin,will the army let me join.
Asked by Josh - Sun Jul 19 20:54:18 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. No, that would be a permanent disqualifying factor at MEPS. Sorry.
Answered by Brandon B - Sun Jul 19 21:06:17 2009
Q. I take dilantin or phenytoin,will the army let me join.
Asked by Josh - Sun Jul 19 20:54:18 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. No, that would be a permanent disqualifying factor at MEPS. Sorry.
Answered by Brandon B - Sun Jul 19 21:06:17 2009
Is it common for dilantin to loose it's effect after a person has taken it for 14 years.?
Q. Though I am taking Dilantin as prescribed, the grand mal seizures have increased from maybe twice a year to once every 3 or 4 months.
Asked by clubpamper - Thu Feb 28 15:24:18 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I have been on dilantin for for 9 yrs now. My neurologist would always make me change dose about every 6 months. Maybe your body gets used to it but if you change it a little then it has more effect. Talk to your neurologist about this .
Answered by flashbakx - Sun Mar 2 10:53:56 2008
Q. Though I am taking Dilantin as prescribed, the grand mal seizures have increased from maybe twice a year to once every 3 or 4 months.
Asked by clubpamper - Thu Feb 28 15:24:18 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I have been on dilantin for for 9 yrs now. My neurologist would always make me change dose about every 6 months. Maybe your body gets used to it but if you change it a little then it has more effect. Talk to your neurologist about this .
Answered by flashbakx - Sun Mar 2 10:53:56 2008
Has any man gotten off dilantin and conceived child?
Q. Help husband and I ttc and he takes dilantin.
Asked by Amy - Sat Sep 12 23:59:28 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I am not answering the question, but... my wife takes dilantin and she didnt have any problems getting pregnant. (wrong sex, I know) If you are worried about the sperm being active enough for the journey, then go get his sperm checked. He should be good enough to get the job done, so to speak.
Answered by Wildman - Sun Sep 13 00:10:11 2009
Q. Help husband and I ttc and he takes dilantin.
Asked by Amy - Sat Sep 12 23:59:28 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I am not answering the question, but... my wife takes dilantin and she didnt have any problems getting pregnant. (wrong sex, I know) If you are worried about the sperm being active enough for the journey, then go get his sperm checked. He should be good enough to get the job done, so to speak.
Answered by Wildman - Sun Sep 13 00:10:11 2009
Does cigarettes have an effect on Dilantin levels?
Q. I have epilepsy and I take Dilantin and when I smoke cigarettes, it brings my levels down.
Asked by Gigi - Thu May 11 15:40:00 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My nursing drug guide doesn't mention cigarettes and phenytoin and I'm not aware of an interaction. Alcohol & contraceptives are mentioned. My advice to you is if smoking brings your levels out of therapeutic range and you have the evidence to support this, then stop smoking. I think you already knew the answer to your question.
Answered by TweetyBird - Thu May 11 16:06:08 2006
Q. I have epilepsy and I take Dilantin and when I smoke cigarettes, it brings my levels down.
Asked by Gigi - Thu May 11 15:40:00 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My nursing drug guide doesn't mention cigarettes and phenytoin and I'm not aware of an interaction. Alcohol & contraceptives are mentioned. My advice to you is if smoking brings your levels out of therapeutic range and you have the evidence to support this, then stop smoking. I think you already knew the answer to your question.
Answered by TweetyBird - Thu May 11 16:06:08 2006
how do you feel physically while being weened off dilantin?
Q. I am being weened off dilantin and onto keppra, I feel exhausted, and can hardly walk. Is this normal?
Asked by billsbabe - Sun Mar 11 20:59:01 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. www.google.com
Answered by andy o - Thu Mar 15 12:24:22 2007
Q. I am being weened off dilantin and onto keppra, I feel exhausted, and can hardly walk. Is this normal?
Asked by billsbabe - Sun Mar 11 20:59:01 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. www.google.com
Answered by andy o - Thu Mar 15 12:24:22 2007
Can taking dilantin effect a man's fertility?
Q. My husband has been taking dilantin now for 4 years for his epilepsy and we have been ttc for 1 year now. Can dilantin be effecting him and can switching it help?
Asked by Amy - Sat Aug 29 16:57:43 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. "Interestingly it is not the seizure disorder itself that causes infertility but it is the typical treatment of it with Dilantin (phenytoin). Dilantin decreases FSH." This is a piece I picked out from this assessment that was done...look at the last paragraph under the history section! I copied and pasted the important piece! Good luck to you and your husband!
Answered by 1confzedgrl - Sat Aug 29 17:14:05 2009
Q. My husband has been taking dilantin now for 4 years for his epilepsy and we have been ttc for 1 year now. Can dilantin be effecting him and can switching it help?
Asked by Amy - Sat Aug 29 16:57:43 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. "Interestingly it is not the seizure disorder itself that causes infertility but it is the typical treatment of it with Dilantin (phenytoin). Dilantin decreases FSH." This is a piece I picked out from this assessment that was done...look at the last paragraph under the history section! I copied and pasted the important piece! Good luck to you and your husband!
Answered by 1confzedgrl - Sat Aug 29 17:14:05 2009
how long does Dilantin remain in your system after the last doseage?
Q. i want to know in hours or if it remains for days after the last dose taken
Asked by irishmaster78 - Wed Mar 17 00:39:33 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. about 12-16 hours
Answered by Gloria C - Fri Mar 19 13:11:34 2010
Q. i want to know in hours or if it remains for days after the last dose taken
Asked by irishmaster78 - Wed Mar 17 00:39:33 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. about 12-16 hours
Answered by Gloria C - Fri Mar 19 13:11:34 2010
What Law Firm handled the Plantiff side of the Dilantin Driver case?
Q. The Planttiff was Widower who sued the UPMC Stroke Clinic because of a Salesman who lied so he could drive.Said Salesman blacked out at the wheel and Struck and killed the Man's wife ,Daughter and Unborn Grandchild. I think the Auto Accident that is described above happened in either the late 1990's or early 2000's ,the cause of the accident (In my oppinion the Dilantin Driver Surrenderred his Driver's Licensence in June/July or August of 2K2 The Planttiff was Widower who sued the UPMC(University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) Stroke Clinic because of a Salesman who lied so he could drive.Said Salesman blacked out at the wheel and Struck and killed the Man's wife ,Daughter and Unborn Grandchild. I think the Auto Accident that is described… [cont.]
Asked by gpcalpha - Sun Dec 31 14:06:31 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. More info please. There are hundreds of cases dealing with Dilantin. What state was this, what was the name of the case, What was the name of the widower, what does UPMC stand for? Any specifics would help. Additional Info: Sorry still cant locate it. Try contacting this web site, they specialize in Dilantin.
Answered by Daz2020 - Sun Dec 31 14:43:49 2006
Q. The Planttiff was Widower who sued the UPMC Stroke Clinic because of a Salesman who lied so he could drive.Said Salesman blacked out at the wheel and Struck and killed the Man's wife ,Daughter and Unborn Grandchild. I think the Auto Accident that is described above happened in either the late 1990's or early 2000's ,the cause of the accident (In my oppinion the Dilantin Driver Surrenderred his Driver's Licensence in June/July or August of 2K2 The Planttiff was Widower who sued the UPMC(University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) Stroke Clinic because of a Salesman who lied so he could drive.Said Salesman blacked out at the wheel and Struck and killed the Man's wife ,Daughter and Unborn Grandchild. I think the Auto Accident that is described… [cont.]
Asked by gpcalpha - Sun Dec 31 14:06:31 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. More info please. There are hundreds of cases dealing with Dilantin. What state was this, what was the name of the case, What was the name of the widower, what does UPMC stand for? Any specifics would help. Additional Info: Sorry still cant locate it. Try contacting this web site, they specialize in Dilantin.
Answered by Daz2020 - Sun Dec 31 14:43:49 2006
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