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Reports State That Antiepileptic Drug Dilantin May Be Linked to Stevens-Johnson Syndrome

Dilantin is an antiepileptic drug prescribed to control grand mal seizures and temporal lobe seizures. Grand mal seizures are a type of seizure in which the individual experiences a sudden loss of consciousness immediately followed by generalized convulsions.Temporal lobe seizures are a type of seizure caused by disease in the cortex of the temporal [side] lobe of the brain affecting smell, taste, sight, hearing, memory, and movement. Dilantin may also be used to prevent and treat seizures occurring during and after neurosurgery. The medication works by slowing down impulses in the brain that cause seizures.

One possible side effect of Dilantin is Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a life-threatening skin disease that can cause rash, skin peeling, and sores on the mucous membranes. In Stevens-Johnson syndrome, a person has blistering of mucous membranes, typically in the mouth, eyes, and vagina, and patchy areas of rash. A review of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome patients indicates that nearly all cases are caused by a reaction to a drug, most often sulfa antibiotics; barbiturates; anticonvulsants and certain non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. The disorder occurs in all age groups but is more common in older people.

If you experience any of the following side effects 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.
• 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 bothersome.

Please consult your physician before discontinuing any medication.

If Dilantin is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Dilantin with the following:
Alcohol
Amiodarone (Cordarone)
Antacids containing calcium
Blood-thinning drugs such as Coumadin
Chloramphenicol (Chloromycetin)
Chlordiazepoxide (Librium)
Diazepam (Valium)
Dicumarol
Digitoxin (Crystodigin)
Disulfiram (Antabuse)
Doxycycline (Vibramycin)
Estrogens such as Premarin
Felbamate (Felbatol)
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
Furosemide (Lasix)
Isoniazid (Nydrazid)
Major tranquilizers such as Mellaril and Thorazine
Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
Molindone hydrochloride (Moban)
Oral contraceptives
Phenobarbital
Quinidine (Quinidex)
Reserpine (Diupres)
Rifampin (Rifadin)
Salicylates such as aspirin
Seizure medications such as Depakene, Depakote, Tegretol, and Zarontin
Steroid drugs such as prednisone (Deltasone)
Sucralfate (Carafate)
Sulfa drugs such as Gantrisin
Theophylline (Theo-Dur, others)
Tolbutamide (Orinase)
Trazodone (Desyrel)
Ulcer medications such as Tagamet and Zantac

Tricyclic antidepressants (such as Elavil, Norpramin, and others) may cause seizures in susceptible people, making a dosage adjustment of Dilantin necessary.

Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) may occur in people taking Dilantin, which blocks the release of insulin. People with diabetes may experience increased blood sugar levels due to Dilantin.

Abnormal softening of the bones may occur in people taking Dilantin because of Dilantin's interference with vitamin D metabolism.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Dilantin. Talk to your doctor before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products.

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