Question 1

how many hours after eating can you safely take dilantin 200mg in order to minimize chances of food (and or other meds) affecting absorption?

Accepted Answer

2hrs: When taking meds on an empty stomach, best to take 2hrs before or 2hrs after eating. Check out http://www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/safe-use-medicines/your-questions-answered.

Question 2

what causes dilantin levels to stay low if meds are being taking?

Accepted Answer

Metabolism: Some people metabolize medications differently, so levels will be tested for and the medications can be adjusted to confirm therapeutic levels are achievable for treatment.  Best wishes.

Question 3

can dilantin be taken by snorting it?

Accepted Answer

Please don't: Dilantin is difficult to take by conventional method.  It is extremely irritating if infiltrated into the skin or injected into a vein and is poorly absorbed in any setting.  Snorting it will probably produce a severe irritation that will cause more problem without benefit.

Question 4

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 5

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 6

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 7

is dilantin good for adhd?

Accepted Answer

No: It plays no role in the treatment of adhd whatsoever. It is an anticonvulsant. That means that it is a seizure medication. Best wishes.

Question 8

can you take oxycodone while taking dilantin

Accepted Answer

Watch with caution: Both Dilantin & oxycodone are central nervous system & respiratory depressants, meaning they cause sleepiness, slow reactions, difficulty concentrating, grumpy/uninterested mood, and in high enough doses can weaken or stop your breathing. The doctor(s) who prescribed should know that you are on both meds, and watch closely! best to not drive, not be alone, and be able to rest 1st time you take.

Question 9

what is the therapeutic range of dilantin?

Accepted Answer

Typical values: The so-called therapeutic level is but a guideline, and some patients may do better outside the usual range, but typically best between 10-20, with higher more toxicity and lower, perhaps less potency.

Question 10

can a person person take too much dilantin?

Accepted Answer

Definitely: Dilantin is an anti-epilepsy drug which was developed over 75 yrs ago, and has many potential problems.  Due to metabolism, drug levels can easily rise with weight loss, dosage adjustment, and drug interactions.  If toxic, the drug can cause dizziness, imbalance, falling, and incoordination.  Long-term usage has been reported to cause problems with brain and periph nerves.

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