Dilantin Infatabs 50mg (Phenytoin) - Generic Equivalent (Phenytoin)

CHEMICAL NAME Phenytoin (Fen-i-toyn)

For patients suffering from seizures, they can order Phenytoin and other Medications for the best health through CompleteMedOnline. We currently have generic Dilantin Infatabs Phenytoin manufactured by Abbott and is known as Eptoin. These are available as Extended Release capsule, chewable tablets and oral suspension. It is available as 50 mg medication

Product Details

Dilantin Infatabs (Phenytoin) known earlier as diphenylhydantoin is used to treat seizures in patients. It is extremely useful medication to treat and prevent seizures that may occur post the brain or nervous system surgeries. 

It belongs to the family of drugs called as the anticonvulsant. Likewise, it is used to treat irregular heartbeat. 

The common side effects of the drug may include - 

Spike in blood sugar levels, difficulty in sleeping or falling asleep, loss of coordination, slurred speech, headache, changes in sense of taste, constipation and unwanted hair growth. However, much serious side effects may include - 

Suicidal thoughts

Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms or DRESS

Low vitamin D levels

Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN)

Severe rashes

Extreme changes in mood or behavior

Overgrowth of gums

Lower blood cell count

Worsening of porphyria

Do not use the Dilantin Infatabs (Phenytoin) if you are allergic to it or if you have certain health issues like - heart disease. Similarly, the drug is best avoided by people taking cholesterol, antifungal or cancer medication or are pregnant. Thus, tell your doctor if you have a history of thyroid disease, diabetes, kidney or liver issues. Hence, before you start using the medication, talk to your doctor about your medical history.