Phenytoin (Phenytoin)

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Brand Name: Phenytoin

Generic Name: Phenytoin

Manufacturer/Agent: Lab & Allied

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Formulation: tabs b/pk

Strength: 100mg

Pack size: 1000

Trade Price: KES 450.00

Retail Price: @ KES 0.60

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Class: Antiepileptics (CNS agents)

Mechanism of Action:

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Synonym: Diphenylhydantoin

Molecular Formulae: C15H11N2NaO2 = 274.3

Precautions: Hypersensitivity. porphyria. care in impaired renal, hepatic or respiratory function.

Indications/Uses: Tonic-clonic and partial seizures 300-600mg daily.

Interactions: Increased effect of drugs metabolized by hepatic cytochrome p450 system: macrolides, azole antifungals, warfarin, cimetidine, theophylline.

Side Effects: Nausea. vomiting. dizziness. confusion. headache. insomnia. peripheral neuropathy. rashes.

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