Generic name:phenytoin (oral route) [ FEN-i-toin ]
Drug classes:Group I antiarrhythmics, Hydantoin anticonvulsants
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 22, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Dilantin
- Dilantin-125
- Dilantin Infatabs
- Phenytek
In Canada
- Dilantin-30
Available Dosage Forms:
- Tablet, Chewable
- Suspension
- Capsule, Extended Release
Therapeutic Class: Anticonvulsant
Chemical Class: Hydantoin (class)
Uses for Dilantin-30
Phenytoin is used to control seizures (convulsions), including tonic-clonic (grand mal) and psychomotor (temporal lobe) seizures, in the treatment of epilepsy. It is also used to prevent and treat seizures that occur during brain surgery. This medicine is an anticonvulsant that works in the brain tissue to stop seizures.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Dilantin-30
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of phenytoin in children.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of phenytoin in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related liver, kidney, or heart problems, which may require an adjustment in the dose for ...
