How is phenytoin pronounced?
What is phenytoin used to treat?
About phenytoin
Phenytoin is a medicine used to treat epilepsy. It can also be used to treat trigeminal neuralgia, a type of nerve pain that affects your face. Phenytoin is available on prescription.
What is the side effect of phenytoin?
Headache, nausea, vomiting, constipation, dizziness, feeling of spinning, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, or nervousness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Phenytoin may cause swelling and bleeding of the gums.
What is the trade name for phenytoin?
Phenytoin (FEN-ih-toe-in) is the generic name (non–brand name) of a widely used seizure medicine. Common brand names for this type of medicine include Dilantin, Phenytek, and Epanutin (in the UK), but it is also sold using the name phenytoin or phenytoin sodium.