Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1 X
Fentoin ER 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
|
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
2 - 12 years (Child) |
|
Geriatric |
|
Is the use of Fentoin ER safe for pregnant women?
Fentoin ER shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Fentoin ER safe during breastfeeding?
Fentoin ER 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 Fentoin ER on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Fentoin ER on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Fentoin ER on the Liver?
Side effects of Fentoin ER rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Fentoin ER on the Heart?
Fentoin ER has very mild side effects on the heart.
Fentoin ER should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fentoin ER unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fentoin ER habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Fentoin ER.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Fentoin ER as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Fentoin ER is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Fentoin ER has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fentoin ER
Using Fentoin ER with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fentoin ER
Taking alcohol with Fentoin ER can be dangerous.
No, You should not discontinue Fentoin ER on your own. It may cause some serious side effects if you suddenly stop taking this medication. You are recommended to consult your doctor before discontinuing this medicine on your own.
Avoid taking Fentoin ER 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.
Fentoin ER can be safely taken for a long time as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Fentoin ER can affect thyroid hormone, long-term use of Fentoin ER can reduce the thyroid hormone concentration in the blood, especially in children. Thyroid function needs to be monitored while taking Fentoin ER. Please talk to your doctor before taking Fentoin ER if you are suffering from hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism (thyroid conditions).
Yes, Fentoin ER can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. For precaution always consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Dilantin® (Phenytoin Sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 413-415