Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for EPICURE 50MG/100MG TAB and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Technical Classification
- 10 Available Alternatives for EPICURE 50MG/100MG TAB
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Overview
EPICURE 50MG/100MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.EPICURE 50MG/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, SeizureFrequently 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?
EPICURE 50MG/100MG TAB is generally taken With Food.Precautions for EPICURE 50MG/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
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, ConstipationRare Side-Effects
PHENYTOIN : Eyes Jerking Eye Movements, Face Muscle Twitching (painless), Legs Muscle Twitching (painless), Unusual Facial ExpressionTechnical Classification
PHENYTOIN is categorized as:- GROUP I ANTIARRHYTHMICS / ANTIARRHYTHMIC AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
- HYDANTOIN ANTICONVULSANTS / ANTICONVULSANTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
Available Alternatives for EPICURE 50MG/100MG TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
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 |
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 |
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 |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
BARBITOIN 30MG/100MG TAB | INR 33 for 10 TABLETS | PHENYTOIN 100.0 MG, PHENOBARBITONE 30.0 MG |
COBARB TAB | INR 31.42 for 10 TABLETS | PHENOBARBITONE 30.0 MG, PHENYTOIN |
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 |
EPIPHEN TAB | INR 20 for 10 TABLETS | PHENOBARBITONE 60.0 MG, PHENYTOIN |
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 |
PHENBARB TAB | INR 12.5 for 10 TABLETS | PHENOBARBITONE 60.0 MG, PHENYTOIN |
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 |