Phenytek Drug Information

• Phenytek

Phenytek, a prescription medication, can help to control certain epileptic seizures. This selection from the eMedTV Web site offers an in-depth overview of Phenytek, including information on its possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.

• Phenytek Side Effects

Possible side effects of Phenytek include confusion, unusual eye movements, and slurred speech. This eMedTV resource outlines other possible Phenytek side effects, and explains which side effects may require medical attention.

• Phenytek Uses

Phenytek is used for treating grand mal and complex partial seizures, and seizures caused by brain surgery. This eMedTV page covers these and other Phenytek uses, including possible off-label uses (such as treating migraines) and its use in children.

• Phenytek Dosage

As this eMedTV segment explains, the recommended starting Phenytek dosage for treating seizures will be based on several factors, such as age and weight. This page provides general Phenytek dosing guidelines for treating adults and children.

• Phenytek Drug Interactions

Drug interactions can occur when Phenytek is taken with certain other drugs, such as alcohol and digoxin. This eMedTV page discusses these and several other Phenytek drug interactions, and describes the problems that these interactions can cause.

• Phenytek Warnings and Precautions

Phenytek can make certain health conditions worse, such as porphyria. This portion of the eMedTV Web site lists more Phenytek warnings and precautions, including who should avoid Phenytek and what to tell your doctor before starting the drug.

• Phenytek Overdose

Vomiting and slurred speech are a few possible symptoms of a Phenytek (phenytoin) overdose. This eMedTV resource explains the factors that may affect a Phenytek overdose and provides information on treatment options that are available.

• Phenytek and Pregnancy

Taking Phenytek (phenytoin) during pregnancy could cause birth defects and other problems. This eMedTV article explains why Phenytek is a pregnancy Category D medicine and discusses what to do if you are taking Phenytek and pregnancy occurs.

• Phenytek and Breastfeeding

Phenytek (phenytoin) passes through breast milk in women. This eMedTV article explains what to do if you are taking Phenytek and breastfeeding at the same time. This page also discusses why some doctors believe the drug is safe to take.

• Generic Phenytek

There are currently no generic Phenytek products on the market. This eMedTV resource explains that manufacturers have chosen not to make a generic Phenytek at this time. This article also discusses possible reasons why there is no generic Phenytek.