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Phenytal 30 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Epilepsy, Seizures. Other than this, Phenytal 30 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Phenytal 30 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Phenytal 30 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Vertigo, Double Vision. While these are the most often observed Phenytal 30 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Phenytal 30 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Phenytal 30 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Phenytal 30 Tablet related warnings talks about Phenytal 30 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Phenytal 30 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Phenytal 30 Tablet in conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Respiratory Depression, Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Phenytal 30 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Phenytal 30 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Phenytal 30 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Phenytal 30 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Phenytal 30 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Phenytal shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Phenytal 30 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Phenytal can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Phenytal 30 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Phenytal on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Phenytal 30 Tablet on the Liver?
Phenytal may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Phenytal 30 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Phenytal rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Phenytal 30 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Phenytal 30 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Phenytal 30 Tablet is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Phenytal 30 Tablet
Taking certain foods and Phenytal 30 Tablet together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Phenytal 30 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Phenytal 30 Tablet can be dangerous.
No, Phenytal should not be taken with clonazepam. Taking these drugs together is more likely to increases the sedative (drowsiness) effect. Hence, you are advised to avoid taking them together.
Yes, Long-term use of Phenytal might result in psychological and physiological dependence (addiction). Hence its long-term use should be avoided.
Rarely, Phenytal causes liver damage (hepatotoxicity) if this drug is taken in higher doses. This effect is reversible in nature and the normal function of the liver is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
No, Phenytal does not help with pain because it is not a painkiller. It is a sedative & hypnotic agent which helps in inducing sleep and is used for the treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness).
Yes, Phenytal might help with severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Scientific evidence suggests that Phenytal in combination with other drugs (benzodiazepines) might help with severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Since it is a prescription drug, you are advised not to take Phenytal by yourself without consulting a doctor.
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