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Fosentin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Secondary and off-label uses of Fosentin have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Fosentin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Fosentin include Altered taste, Ringing in ears. Some other side effects of Fosentin have been listed ahead. These side effects of Fosentin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Fosentin's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Fosentin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Fosentin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Fosentin in conditions like Liver Disease. The section on Fosentin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Fosentin have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Fosentin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Fosentin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Fosentin safe for pregnant women?
Fosentin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Fosentin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Fosentin safe during breastfeeding?
Fosentin may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Fosentin on the Kidneys?
Using Fosentin does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Fosentin on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Fosentin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Fosentin on the Heart?
Side effects of Fosentin rarely affect the heart.
Fosentin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fosentin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fosentin habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Fosentin can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Fosentin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Fosentin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Fosentin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Fosentin has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fosentin
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Fosentin to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fosentin
Taking Fosentin with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cerebyx® (Fosphenytoin Sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 415
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 598-600
