Dilantin vs Fosphenytoin
 | Dilantin |  | Fosphenytoin |  |
| Phenytoin is used to prevent and control seizures (also called an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug). It works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain. | Consult your pharmacist. | |||
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| Add Dilantin review I was recently diagnosed with epilepsy after suffering 4 seizures in 14 months. After having an allergic reaction to tegretol, I was recently placed on dilantin. While it so far seems effective as far as stopping seizures, the side effects are somewhat bothersome. I become very tired, suffer dry mouth and lips, and suffer from some confusion. All in all the effectiveness seems to outweigh the side effects at this point. This medication has caused my sugar to stay high , and it has caused my bones to hurt all over my body, the only reason I have to take it is because I have diabetic seizures . | Add Fosphenytoin review I was in the hospital for 9 day with status, interupted with valium only to continue to return. Dr decided to try fosphenytoin, it required hospital admin approval due to the cost. Status seizures stopped immediately and I went home two days later. For me this is a miracle drug! | |||
