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M Toin Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Seizures. The alternative uses of M Toin Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of M Toin Tablet 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
M Toin Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Double Vision. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of M Toin Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of M Toin Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that M Toin Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on M Toin Tablet related warnings talks about M Toin Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
M Toin Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of M Toin Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for M Toin Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that M Toin Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
M Toin 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of M Toin Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking M Toin Tablet. If you are pregnant, do not take M Toin Tablet without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of M Toin Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of M Toin Tablet. If you see any side effects, stop taking M Toin Tablet immediately and talk to your doctor. Take M Toin Tablet again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of M Toin Tablet on the Kidneys?
M Toin Tablet rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of M Toin Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of M Toin Tablet rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of M Toin Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of M Toin Tablet rarely affect the heart.
M Toin Tablet 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 M Toin Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this M Toin Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to M Toin Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking M Toin Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
M Toin Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking M Toin Tablet can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and M Toin Tablet
Taking certain foods and M Toin Tablet together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and M Toin Tablet
Consuming M Toin Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, you are advised not to drink alcohol while you are taking M Toin Tablet. Drinking alcohol can increase the level of phenytoin in your blood and may result in unwanted side effects. It also increases the risk of seizures. It is best to avoid alcohol while taking M Toin Tablet.
Yes, M Toin Tablet can affect thyroid hormone, long-term use of M Toin Tablet can reduce the thyroid hormone concentration in the blood, especially in children. Thyroid function needs to be monitored while taking M Toin Tablet. Please talk to your doctor before taking M Toin Tablet if you are suffering from hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism (thyroid conditions).
M Toin Tablet 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.
Yes, M Toin Tablet 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.
M Toin Tablet 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
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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