Question 1

what is the treatment for dilantin overdose?

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Dilantin overdoserx: Treatment of overdose of Dilantin depends on the level in blood and when was the last dose taken
iv fluids
ng tube to wash out somach(gastric lavage)
activated charcoal
breathing tube(intubation if needed)
mild overdose only needs supportive care and wait
moderate dose  with proper care recover within 48to72 hours
severe overdose more aggressive rx if pt in coma &abnormal vital signs, may take3-5da.

Question 2

how low can dilantin still be ok?

Accepted Answer

Therapeutic range: When Dilantin is used for epilepsy, we try to keep patients within a range between 10 and 20.  Below 10, you might still have some benefit, but as the level drops down to 5 or below, unlikely, that your meds will be very protective.  Wise to stay in therapy window.

Question 3

my dilantin levels are down to 24 should i still be concern ?

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Dilantin: You need to find out what the normal lab levels are for Dilantin as it can vary. In my hospital 10 to 20 is normal so by their scale you would be above the normal maintenance level - the md prescribing the Dilantin should be easily able to answer your query.

Question 4

can you tell me what happens when a person takes too much dilantin?

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Toxicity: Not difficult to get toxic on Dilantin due to "zero order kinetics".  If this occurs, you will lose balance and coordination, will feel dizzy and maybe nauseated, and have difficulty focusing vision.  Readily reversible once levels drop into therapy range.

Question 5

what are the side effects of dilantin?

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Short and long term: The most common reactions in the short term are nausea, sedation, and ataxia (difficulty with coordination).  Over long periods of use, however, Dilantin has multiple serious side effects, including causing osteoporosis, overgrowth of the gums, anemia, and tremor- these can sometimes persistent even after the medication is stopped.

Question 6

what are the signs of dilantin toxicity?

Accepted Answer

Many: Most characteristic is dizziness, gait imbalance, incoordination, eye nystagmus causing objects to jump, but may see a bit of nausea, even confusion, and generalized fatigue and malaise.

Question 7

is it true that dilantin has aspartme in it?

Accepted Answer

Probable hoax: Despite the internet stories, aspartame does not appear on any official list of ingredients for dilantin.  The allegations referred to in internet stories are unable to be confirmed, and the society, the foundation, and the individual making the allegations all appear to be one and the same. I consider this to be a hoax until proven otherwise.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: side effects of dilantin?

Accepted Answer

Plenty of those: Ongoing side effects might include gum hypertrophy, coarsening of facial features, vertigo and imbalance, interactions with other medicines, problems with calcium and vitamin d, but chronic problems might include liver toxicity, osteoporosis, peripheral neuropathy, cerebellar degeneration, and worsening of myoclonic seizures and absence seizures.

Question 9

what is a normal dilantin level for someone not taking dilantin? or is there a level?

Accepted Answer

None: If you are not taking Dilantin , there should be no levels at all. However, therapeutic levels are between                 10-20mcg/ml (blood test).

Question 10

can you tell me the side effects/problems you can have from taking 400mgs of dilantin?

Accepted Answer

Dilantin: Some are tremor, sedation, double vision, low blood counts, overgrowth of gums, itching, excess hair growth, decrease bone density, suicidal behaviors.

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