Epanutin (Phenytoin)
Brand Name: Epanutin
Generic Name: Phenytoin
Manufacturer/Agent: Pfizer Global Pharma
Formulation: caps
Strength: 50mg
Pack size: 28
Trade Price: KES 375.00
Retail Price: @ KES 17.86
Class: Antiepileptics (CNS agents)
Mechanism of Action:
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.