• Dilantin Oral Suspension is a prescription medicine used to treat and prevent epilepsy (seizures)
• It controls seizures by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain
• Dilantin Oral Suspension can be used alone or in combination with other medicines
• It should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor
• This may increase gradually until your condition is stable
• This medicine may take several weeks to work but it is important to take it regularly to get the benefit
• Do not stop taking it, even if you feel fine, unless your doctor advises you to
• You may have more seizures, or your bipolar disorder may get worse.
• The most common side effects of this medicine include skin involuntary eye movement, lack of coordination, slurred speech, mental confusion, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and rash
• Most side effects wear off, but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor
• There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects.
• Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, meningitis or depression or suicidal thoughts
• Also let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are using as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine, including contraceptive pills
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, Dilantin Oral Suspension can be taken if it is clearly needed but the dose may be adjusted
• You should avoid driving or riding a bicycle if this medicine makes you drowsy or dizzy
• You may need frequent blood tests to check how you are responding to this medicine.

Uses of Dilantin Oral Suspension

• In Treatment and prevention of Epilepsy/Seizures Dilantin Oral Suspension is an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that works by decreasing the nerve impulses which cause the seizures
• By controlling the frequency of seizures, it will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence
• It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety
• This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly
• It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective
• Missing doses may trigger a seizure.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Dilantin Oral Suspension, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

Common and Known Side effects of Dilantin Oral Suspension

• Rash
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Slurred speech
• Confusion
• Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
• Coordination disorder