Sizatoin 100 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 4.00 (5 x 10: ৳ 200.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 40.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Phenytoin sodium |
| Company | Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of status epilepticus
- Prevention of seizures during neurosurgery
Pharmacology
- Anticonvulsant action
- Antiarrhythmic action
- Mechanism of action with sodium ions
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage of 200-600 mg daily
- Children dosage based on weight and age
Interaction
- Potentiation with sedative drugs and ethanol
- Effects with paracetamol, lithium, acetazolamide, etc.
- Metabolism effects on various drug classes
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to phenytoin and hydantoins
Side Effects
- Occasional skin rashes
- Insomnia
- Slurred speech
- Dizziness
- Headache
Precautions & Warnings
- Periodic blood checking during prolonged treatment
- Discontinue in case of skin rashes
- Caution in pregnancy and nursing mothers
- Hyperglycemia risk
Therapeutic Class
- Adjunct anti-epileptic drugs
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C
- Protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children