EPICOM 30MG/100MG TAB

Overview

EPICOM 30MG/100MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

EPICOM 30MG/100MG TAB is composed of: PHENYTOIN (100.0 MG)

Phenytoin is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant. It works by slowing down impulses in the brain that cause seizures. Phenytoin is used to control seizures.

Usage

PHENYTOIN is generally used to treat: Epilepsy, Seizure

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

How Do I Take It?

EPICOM 30MG/100MG TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for EPICOM 30MG/100MG TAB and its Constituents

Avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Alcohol use can increase your blood levels of phenytoin and may increase side effects. Daily alcohol use can decrease your blood levels of phenytoin, which can increase your risk of seizures. It may develop suicidal thoughts in teenagers, watch them carefully. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart problems, low blood pressure, blood disease porphyria, liver disease, sugar, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PHENYTOIN over-dosage can result in: Slurred Speech, Loss Of Balance, Weakness (generalized), Nausea, Vomit, Lightheadedness, Fainting, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

PHENYTOIN : Skin Rash, Hives, Hepatitis, Loss Of Coordination, Confusion, Nervousness, Slurred Speech, Difficulty Breathing, Difficulty Swallowing, Dizziness, Difficulty Sleeping, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Nausea, Vomit, Constipation

Rare Side-Effects

PHENYTOIN : Eyes Jerking Eye Movements, Face Muscle Twitching (painless), Legs Muscle Twitching (painless), Unusual Facial Expression

Technical Classification

PHENYTOIN is categorized as:

• GROUP I ANTIARRHYTHMICS / ANTIARRHYTHMIC AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
• HYDANTOIN ANTICONVULSANTS / ANTICONVULSANTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Available Alternatives for EPICOM 30MG/100MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BARBITOIN 30MG/100MG TAB	INR 33 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 30.0 MG
EPICOM 30MG/100MG TAB	INR 91.3 for 100 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 30.0 MG
EPILAN 30MG/100MG TAB	INR 2038.04 for 1000 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 30.0 MG
EPIPHEN 30MG/100MG TAB	INR 15.23 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 30.0 MG
EPISOL PLUS 30MG/100MG TAB	INR 12.43 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 30.0 MG
PHEN PHEN 30MG/100MG TAB	INR 9.66 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 30.0 MG
PHENSOBAR 30MG/100MG TAB	INR 18.01 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 30.0 MG
PHENYTAL 30MG/100MG TAB	INR 12 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 30.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

COBARB TAB	INR 31.42 for 10 TABLETS	PHENOBARBITONE 30.0 MG, PHENYTOIN
EPICURE 50MG/100MG TAB	INR 15.43 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 50.0 MG
EPIPHEN 50MG/100MG TAB	INR 18.01 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 50.0 MG
EPIPHEN TAB	INR 20 for 10 TABLETS	PHENOBARBITONE 60.0 MG, PHENYTOIN
EPISOL PLUS 50MG/100MG TAB	INR 12.5 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 50.0 MG
GAROIN 50MG/100MG TAB	INR 28.5 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 50.0 MG
GAROIN TAB	INR 18.54 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 50 MG
PHEN PHEN 50MG/100MG TAB	INR 12.83 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 50.0 MG
PHENBARB TAB	INR 12.5 for 10 TABLETS	PHENOBARBITONE 60.0 MG, PHENYTOIN
PHENSOBAR 50MG/100MG TAB	INR 19.97 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 50.0 MG
PHENYTAL 50MG/100MG TAB	INR 14 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 50.0 MG