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C Toin 50 Mg Tablet Information

C Toin 50 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Seizures are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of C Toin 50 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of C Toin 50 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of C Toin 50 Mg Tablet include Double Vision. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of C Toin 50 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of C Toin 50 Mg 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, C Toin 50 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if C Toin 50 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the C Toin 50 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

C Toin 50 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid C Toin 50 Mg Tablet in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the C Toin 50 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

Drug interactions for C Toin 50 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that C Toin 50 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

C Toin Benefits & Uses
C Toin Dosage & How to Take
C Toin Side Effects
C Toin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of C Toin with Other Drugs
C Toin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about C Toin
C Toin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

C Toin 50 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

C Toin 50 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Epilepsy

C Toin 50 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

C Toin 50 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of C Toin 50 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking C Toin. If you are pregnant, do not take C Toin without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of C Toin 50 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

C Toin may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking C Toin, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of C Toin.

Moderate
What is the effect of C Toin 50 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of C Toin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of C Toin 50 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

C Toin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of C Toin 50 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

C Toin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of C Toin 50 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

C Toin 50 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

C Toin 50 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take C Toin 50 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about C Toin 50 Mg Tablet

Is this C Toin 50 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to C Toin 50 Mg Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking C Toin 50 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take C Toin 50 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, taking C Toin 50 Mg Tablet can treat mental disorders.

Yes

C Toin 50 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and C Toin 50 Mg Tablet

Using C Toin 50 Mg Tablet with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and C Toin 50 Mg Tablet

Taking C Toin 50 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about C Toin 50 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

When should I take C Toin?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

C Toin should be taken at around the same time every day. Follow doctors instructions and take it exactly as directed. Do not exceed the recommended dose and duration.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take C Toin without consulting a doctor?

C Toin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful if taken without your doctor's advice.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is C Toin?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

C Toin is a brand name of phenytoin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications known as anti-epileptic drugs. This medicine is also called an anticonvulsant and it is given in the treatment of seizures. It is used to prevent and control tonic-clonic seizures and partial seizures. However, this drug does not treat all types of seizures hence you should consult a doctor to confirm if this drug is appropriate for you.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take C Toin with Paracetamol?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking C Toin with paracetamol since this reduces the effectiveness of paracetamol. This happens because taking these medicines together increases the metabolism of paracetamol, which in turn reduces its bioavailability (the proportion of a drug substance which enters the circulation). Further, it may also increase the concentration of paracetamol in the blood which can cause liver damage. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Does C Toin cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, C Toin can cause sleepiness and drowsiness. It is a common side effect of this antiepileptic medicine. If you observe these unpleasant side effects after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.