Dilantin

Dilantin (generic name: phenytoin sodium; brand names include: Epsolin / Phenytek / Epamin / Epanutin / Fenytoin / Eptoin / Phenhydan / Phydum) belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants / antiarrhythmic agents.

Dilantin is commonly used for controlling generalized and complex partial seizures and for the prevention of seizures following head trauma or neurosurgery.

Recommendations

Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. Take Dilantin exactly as directed.

Precautions

Tell your doctor before taking Dilantin, if:

you are allergic to any medicines;
you have any serious medical conditions;
you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Ingredients

Active ingredient: phenytoin sodium.