What are the side effects/problems you can have from taking 400mgs of Dilantin?… by Roset
My body has been behaving strangely since I recently had an extra 100mgs added to my dosage. I need to know as many reported problems with Dilantin as possible, because all I can find are the side effects, nothing else. They are epilepsy pills I should add. Thank you 
Rosie.
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Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
swollen glands;
fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash;
confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;
slurred speech, loss of balance or coordination;
restless muscle movements in your eyes, tongue, jaw, or neck;
tremor (uncontrolled shaking);
extreme thirst or hunger, urinating more than usual;
nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
easy bruising or bleeding;
swollen or tender gums; or
changes in the shape of your face or lips.
Less serious side effects may be more likely to occur, such as:
mild skin rash or itching;
dizziness, nervousness, sleep problems (insomnia);
twitching;
nausea, vomiting, constipation;
headache; or
joint pain.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect Dilantin?
Drugs that can increase Dilantin levels in your blood include:
stomach acid reducers such as cimetidine (Tagamet), ranitidine (Zantac), famotidine (Pepcid), or nizatidine (Axid);
certain sedatives (such as Librium or Valium) or antidepressants (such as Prozac);
estrogen hormone replacement;
chlorpromazine (Thorazine), prochlorperazine (Compazine), thioridazine (Mellaril) and other phenothiazines;
disulfiram (Antabuse);
methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana); and
sulfa drugs such as Septra or Bactrim.
Drugs that can make Dilantin less effective in controlling seizures include:
carbamazepine (Tegretol, Epitol, Carbatrol);
sucralfate (Carafate); and
molindone (Moban).
Other drugs that can interact with Dilantin include:
valproic acid (Depakene) or divalproex sodium (Depakote);
phenobarbital (Luminal, Solfoton);
steroid medicines (prednisone and others);
antidepressants such as amitriptyline (Elavil), clomipramine (Anafranil), imipramine (Janimine, Tofranil), paroxetine (Paxil), and others;
antibiotics such as rifampin (Rimactane, Rifadin, Rifamate) or doxycycline (Doryx, Vibramycin, Adoxa, and others);
digitoxin (digitalis, Lanoxin);
furosemide (Lasix); and
theophylline (Elixophyllin, Theo-Dur, Theo-Bid, Theolair, Uniphyl).
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how long does it take ortho-cyclen to be effective?… by pihl
i began taking it this past friday the 3rd, my pamplet from the clinic says that on the 8th day that i take it i will be protected, but i've heard different opinions. some say a month, some say 2 weeks?? whats the real time?? thanks
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Hi pihljn, yes, you may need to use back-up birth control, such as condoms or a spermicide, when you first start using this medication(7-10day). Follow your doctor's instructions.
But you need know that some drugs can make Ortho Cyclen less effective, which may result in pregnancy. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use, including vitamins, minerals and herbal products. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.
-phenylbutazone (Azolid, Butazolidin);
-St. John's wort;
-antibiotics such as amoxicillin (Augmentin), ampicillin (Omnipen), doxycycline (Doryx, Vibramycin), griseofulvin (Grisactin, Grifulvin V, Fulvicin PG), minocycline (Minocin), penicillin (Veetids, Pen Vee K, Bicillin), rifampin (Rifadin), rifabutin (Mycobutin), tetracycline (Sumycin, Achromycin, Robitet), and others;
-seizure medicines such as phenytoin (Dilantin), carbamazepine (Tegretol), felbamate (Felbatol), oxcarbazepine (Trileptal), topiramate (Topamax), or primidone (Mysoline);
-a barbiturate such as amobarbital (Amytal), butabarbital (Butisol), mephobarbital (Mebaral), secobarbital (Seconal), or phenobarbital (Luminal, Solfoton); or
-HIV medicines such as amprenavir (Agenerase), atazanavir (Reyataz), tipranavir (Aptivus), indinavir (Crixivan), saquinavir (Invirase), lopinavir/ritonavir (Kaletra), fosamprenavir (Lexiva), ritonavir (Norvir), or nelfinavir (Viracept).
There may be other drugs not listed that can affect Ortho Cyclen.
Also you need stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body;
-sudden headache, confusion, pain behind the eyes, problems with vision, speech, or balance;
-chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, general ill feeling;
- a change in the pattern or severity of migraine headaches;
-nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, -swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet; or
-symptoms of depression (sleep problems, weakness, mood changes).
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How long will Finacea in the morning and Ziana at night take to work? Will I breakout at the start?… by S
I have been using Finacea in the morning and Ziana at night on my face, I was also prescribed doryx (an antibiotic via mouth) for my acne. I have a lot of allergies to acne products, so this hasn't given my an allergy yet. I have been on it for about a week and my skin doesn't seem like its getting any better, maybe even worse. My skin is very red and itchy on the area affected with the acne (my chin). I was wondering about how long it will take for my skin to clear up and is my skin breaking out initially common? Will it get better? Or should I whilst using it. I am kind of growing frustrated because I thought it would work instantaneously. It's summer and I need clear skin!
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Hi there…I do not have an answer but a concern as well. I went to the derm back in March and he prescribed Ziana – I tend to break out around the time of my period, not many breakouts but enough at my age to be fed up with it all. I have been using Ziana for about 13 weeks now and my chin always seems to be broken out…other areas seem fine but my chin is not doing well. I am not sure what I should do either. I think I may call the derm this week to see what he recommends. I can keep you posted if you would like. How is it going for you?
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Hi! I just want to know what remedy will my mother do about pneumonia?… by
according to her x-ray. my mother had a pnuemonia. She has been coughing for 3 months and when she consulted the doctor, they said she a pneumonia and now she's admitted to our local hospital. She is 57 years old and a public gradeschool teacher..
Hope to hear from you asap…
thanks!
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Home Treatment
Home treatment is important for recovery from pneumonia. The following measures can help you recover and avoid complications, such as further infection or a buildup of fluid in the space between the lung and chest wall (pleural effusion).
While at home:
Get plenty of rest and prevent dehydration by drinking plenty of fluids.
Take care of your cough if it is making it difficult for you to rest. A cough is one way your body gets rid of the infection, and you should not try to eliminate coughing unless it is severe enough to make breathing difficult, cause vomiting, or prevent rest.
Consider taking acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) or aspirin to help reduce fever and make you feel more comfortable. Do not give aspirin to anyone younger than 20 because of the risk of Reye's syndrome.
Always check whether any over-the-counter cough or cold medications you are taking contain acetaminophen. If they do, make sure the acetaminophen you are taking in your cold medicine, plus any other acetaminophen you may be taking, does not exceed the daily recommended dose. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how much you can take every day.
Your doctor may want to see you after a week of treatment to make sure you are getting better. Be sure to contact your doctor if you do not feel better or if you develop a worsening cough, shortness of breath, or a fever; feel weak; or feel faint when you stand up.
Prevention
There are a number of steps you can take to help prevent getting pneumonia.
Stop smoking. Smoking makes it more likely you will get pneumonia.
Avoid contact with people who have respiratory tract infections, such as colds and influenza (flu). Pneumonia may develop after these types of infections.
If you have not had measles or chickenpox, avoid contact with people who have these infections. Pneumonia can be a complication of measles and chickenpox, so getting these infections can put you at risk for developing pneumonia.
Vaccinations
A vaccine for pneumonia (pneumococcal vaccine) is available. However, research indicates that it might not help everybody.
Some research shows that the pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPV) helps prevent pneumonia in healthy younger people but not in older people or those with impaired immune systems. 6
Other studies show that the vaccine does not reduce the risk of pneumonia in adults, but it can prevent some of the serious complications of pneumonia, such as infection in the bloodstream (bacteremia) or throughout the body (septicemia), in younger adults and those older than 55 years with a healthy immune system. 7
Experts recommend the vaccine for people who are older than 65 and for younger people who have a long-lasting (chronic) condition that increases their risk of pneumonia.
Other vaccines can prevent common diseases in which pneumonia may be a complication.
Vaccination of children for measles can prevent most cases of measles. Adults may need to be vaccinated against measles if they have not had the disease or were not vaccinated during childhood.
Yearly vaccinations for influenza may prevent you from getting the flu. Influenza often can lead to pneumonia, especially in older adults or in people who have other long-term (chronic) medical diseases. The influenza vaccine can be given at the same time as the pneumococcal vaccine but in a different arm.
Vaccination with the chickenpox vaccine (varicella-zoster vaccine) can prevent most cases of pneumonia caused by the virus that causes chickenpox. Consider getting a vaccination if you are older than 13 and have not yet had chickenpox.
The mineral zinc may help reduce the risk of pneumonia in children. Zinc can be found in certain foods (lean red meats, seafood, beans, cereals) or added to the diet in supplements. Studies in developing countries found that the incidence of pneumonia in children dropped when zinc was added to the diet. 8, 9
The United States recommended dietary allowance (RDA) of zinc for infants is 5 milligrams per day. Children 1 to 4 years old should have 10 milligrams per day. 8 Always talk to your doctor before giving your child zinc supplements or any other vitamin or mineral supplement.
Doctors use antibiotics to treat pneumonia caused by bacteria. Your doctor chooses an antibiotic after considering:
Your age.
Your symptoms.
How severe your pneumonia is.
Other medical problems you might have.
What type of bacteria may be causing your pneumonia. Most cases of bacterial pneumonia in otherwise healthy people are caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Several other bacteria may cause pneumonia in the very young, older adults, and those with other diseases.
Whether you may have a type of bacteria that some medications can no longer kill (resistant bacteria).
Whether you are allergic to any antibiotics.
Your doctor's choice of antibiotics may also depend on whether you:
Are otherwise healthy and do not have to go to a hospital for treatment.
Have other medical conditions but still do not have to go to the hospital.
Have to go to the hospital.
Have to go to an intensive care unit.
Medication Choices
Although experts differ on their recommendations, the first antibiotic used is usually one that kills a wide range of bacteria (broad-spectrum antibiotic). All antibiotics used have a high cure rate for pneumonia. 6
If you do not have to go to the hospital, your doctor may use any of the following antibiotics:
Macrolides, such as Ery-Tab, Biaxin, Biaxin XL, and Zithromax.
Tetracyclines, such as doxycycline (Vibramycin, Doryx).
Fluoroquinolones, such as Levaquin, Avelox, and Tequin.
If you have to go to the hospital, your doctor may use any of the above antibiotics. Other antibiotics that your doctor may use in this situation include:
Cephalosporins, such as Ceclor, Duricef, Ceftin, and Lorabid.
Penicillins, such as Amoxil, Biomox, Omnipen, Augmentin, and Veetids.
Vancomycin (Vancocin).
Another type of antibiotic, ketolides (telithromycin), was approved for pneumonia in 2004 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It can be used in mild-to-moderate pneumonia.
What To Think About
In most cases of pneumonia, your doctor will prescribe antibiotics without first identifying the exact organism causing the illness.
Your doctor may use two antibiotics when first starting your treatment.
If you do not get better with the first choice of an antibiotic, you may have more testing to identify the specific organism that is causing the pneumonia. Your doctor also may add a second antibiotic to cover other bacteria that are not being treated with the first antibiotic.
More and more bacteria are developing resistance to certain antibiotics, making them less effective. An example of this is MRSA, or methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus, which is resistant to many types of penicillin. To help fight antibiotic resistance, ask your doctor how to take your antibiotics correctly, such as always finishing your prescription.
Doctors usually treat infants and children with macrolides, penicillin, or (if the child is older than age 
doxycycline. 10
i hope i have answred all ur doubts!!Thank you!hope your mom is okay!Get well soon!!
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Do you know if a person can take to much dilantin?… by cliffredang
Maybe overdose is not the right word. Let us say take to much & the side effects.
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What are the possible side effects of phenytoin?
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking phenytoin and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
hallucinations;
slurred speech or staggering walk;
a rash;
changes in vision;
agitation;
low blood pressure;
slow or irregular heartbeats;
abdominal pain, dark urine, light colored stools, or jaundice (yellow skin or eyes);
easy bruising or bleeding; or
swollen or tender gums.
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take phenytoin and talk to your doctor if you experience
nausea, vomiting, constipation, or diarrhea;
mild dizziness or drowsiness;
tender or swollen glands;
swollen or painful gums;
headache;
muscle twitches;
increased facial hair;
swelling of breasts, or
insomnia.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
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What other drugs will affect phenytoin?
The following drugs can increase the level of phenytoin in the blood which may cause dangerous side effects:
alcohol (with occasional use);
other seizure medicines such as ethosuximide (Zarontin) or methsuximide (Celontin Kapseals);
the stomach medicines cimetidine (Tagamet, Tagamet HB) or ranitidine (Zantac, Zantac 75);
the anxiety and insomnia medicines chlordiazepoxide (Librium, Librax) and diazepam (Valium);
estrogens such as conjugated estrogens (Premarin, Premphase, Prempro), estradiol (Estrace), esterified estrogens (Estratab, Menest), estropipate (Ogen), and estrogen patches (Estraderm, Vivelle, Climara);
the heart medicine amiodarone (Cordarone);
salicylates such as aspirin, magnesium salicylate (Magan), choline salicylate (Arthropan), and choline and magnesium salicylate (Trilisate);
anti-infective medicines such as isoniazid (Nydrazid) and sulfonamides such as sulfamethoxazole (Septra, Bactrim);
methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta, Metadate, Methylin);
tolbutamide;
trazodone (Desyrel); and
disulfiram (Antabuse).
Other drugs may decrease the amount of phenytoin in the blood. This can decrease the effects of phenytoin and result in seizures. The following drugs may have this effect:
alcohol (when used regularly);
carbamazepine (Tegretol, Epitol, Carbatrol);
reserpine;
sucralfate (Carafate); and
molindone (Moban).
Other seizure medicines may interact unpredictably with phenytoin and either increase or decrease its effects. These drugs include
valproic acid (Depakene) and divalproex sodium (Depakote); and
phenobarbital (Luminal).
It may be necessary for your doctor to adjust your phenytoin dosage if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.
Phenytoin may also decrease the activity of other medicines, including
steroid medicines such as prednisone (Deltasone), hydrocortisone (Cortef), betamethasone (Celestone), dexamethasone (Decadron), methylprednisolone (Medrol), and others;
warfarin (Coumadin);
quinidine (Quinidex, Quinaglute, others);
birth control pills;
estrogens such as Premarin, Ogen, Menest, Estratest, Estraderm, Vivelle, Climara, and others;
the anti-infective medicines rifampin (Rimactane, Rifadin) and doxycycline (Doryx, Vibramycin, Doxy, Monodox, Adoxa, others);
furosemide (Lasix); and
theophylline (Theo-Dur, Theochron, Theo-Bid, Theolair, Aerolate, others).
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with phenytoin. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products.
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Where can I get more information?
Your pharmacist has additional information about phenytoin written for health professionals that you may read.
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