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Dilantin

Generic Name:phenytoin

Revised:4/1/2000

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Special Precautions

Determining the proper dose of Dilantin is not always easy. Some individuals metabolize this medicine more rapidly than normal and may need higher amounts.

Others, especially older people or those with liver problems may need lower doses or a different anti-seizure medication to avoid toxicity.

Periodic blood tests can help determine if the dose is appropriate.

Diabetics will need to be even more careful than usual in monitoring blood sugar.

Dilantin may interfere with normal control.