Epitin 50mg Injection

Last updated on 23 Aug 2024 | 05:35 PM (IST)

Epitin 50mg Injection is used to treat and prevent epilepsy (seizures). It controls seizures by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. It is given when this medicine cannot be given orally, such as in hospitalized patients.

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Phenytoin (50mg)

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Product introduction

Epitin 50mg Injection can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. This may increase gradually until your condition is stable. This medicine may take several weeks to work but it is important to take it regularly to get the benefit. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel fine, unless your doctor advises you to. You may have more seizures, or your bipolar disorder may get worse.

The most common side effects of this medicine include skin rashes, headache, feeling or being sick, difficulty sleeping, dizziness and feeling sleepy or drowsy. Most side effects wear off, but if they bother you or do not go away, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, meningitis or depression or suicidal thoughts. Also let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are using as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine, including contraceptive pills. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, Epitin 50mg Injection can be taken if it is clearly needed but the dose may be adjusted. You should avoid driving or riding a bicycle if this medicine makes you drowsy or dizzy. You may need frequent blood tests to check how you are responding to this medicine.

Uses of Epitin Injection

Treatment and prevention of Epilepsy/Seizures

Benefits of Epitin Injection

Treatment and prevention of Epilepsy/Seizures
Epitin 50mg Injection is an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) medicine that works by decreasing the nerve impulses which cause the seizures. By controlling the frequency of seizures, it will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence. It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety.
This medicine is not associated with any physical or psychological dependence (addiction) but it should not be stopped suddenly. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.

Side effects of Epitin Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Epitin

Rash
Headache
Dizziness
Vomiting
Nausea
Slurred speech
Vertigo
Confusion
Nervousness
Constipation
Tremors
Altered walking

How to use Epitin Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Epitin Injection works

Epitin 50mg Injection is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

All substitutes for Epitin 50mg Injection

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
Some healthy tips to prevent seizures:
- Practice yoga every day.
- Get enough sleep at nighttime.
- Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop.
- Take your medication on time.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
It may increase blood sugar levels. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines to treat diabetes.
It may cause swollen gum (gum hypertrophy), hence take care of oral or dental hygiene.
Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Epitin 50mg Injection.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Epitin 50mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Epitin 50mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Epitin 50mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Epitin 50mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Epitin 50mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Epitin 50mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Epitin 50mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

For how long does Epitin 50mg Injection stay in your system?

On an average, Epitin 50mg Injection may stay in your system for 5-6 days. This duration varies from person to person. In some cases, it may stay for about 9-10 days.

Who should avoid taking Epitin 50mg Injection?

You should not take Epitin 50mg Injection if you have liver disease, especially if you have a history of developing a liver problem due to Epitin 50mg Injection. Also, patients taking Delavirdine (a medicine used in the treatment of HIV infection) should not take Epitin 50mg Injection. Epitin 50mg Injection may reduce the effectiveness of Delavirdine on HIV and the virus may also become resistant to Delavirdine. It is advised that you inform your doctor if you have any existing heart disorder before you receive Epitin 50mg Injection.

Can I take Epitin 50mg Injection with ibuprofen?

Epitin 50mg Injection can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

What are the effects of Epitin 50mg Injection on children?

The most common side effects related to Epitin 50mg Injection in children are jerky movements of the eyes (nystagmus) and overgrowth of the gums. In some children, Epitin 50mg Injection causes problems with thinking or behavior, mood change, slow or clumsy movements, or a loss of energy. Other side effects from high doses include unsteadiness in the feet and hands, sleepiness, and vomiting. These may be avoidable if the dose is increased slowly. These side effects quickly disappear when the dose is reduced.

Does Epitin 50mg Injection cause weight gain?

Epitin 50mg Injection has not been reported to cause weight gain. However, weight loss can occur with longer term use of a higher dose of Epitin 50mg Injection. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Epitin 50mg Injection.

Does Epitin 50mg Injection make you sleepy?

Epitin 50mg Injection can make you feel sleepy (sedation, somnolence, and drowsiness). Please consult your doctor if you feel very sleepy after taking Epitin 50mg Injection, especially during the first few weeks of treatment or following a dose increase. Talk to your doctor as you may be advised not to drive or use machines until it is established that your ability to perform such activities is not affected.

Does Epitin 50mg Injection affect birth control?

Epitin 50mg Injection does affect birth control. Epitin 50mg Injection can decrease the effect of oral contraceptives (birth control pills) which can make the contraceptive (birth control) effect unreliable. Please talk to your doctor if you are asked to take the two medicines together as you may need to use extra protection for birth control.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Hydantoin Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Sodium channel modulators (AED)

References

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Porters RJ, Meldrum BS. Antiseizure Drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 403-405.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1111-116.
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Patient concerns

She has problem of epilepsy from last two years

Dr. Rahul Yadav

Paediatrics

Hello, epilepsy and seizures cannot be treated online without physically examining the child and detailed history.

I m taking 1.5gm sodium valporate,1.5 levectram, 1gm clobezam then also seizure r their at period of weekly is there alternate treatment in Ayurveda as every time at multiplying the doses at every visit As MRI eeg every tests r normal

Dr. M. K. Ansari

Neurology

not aware of any ayurvedic medications for epilepsy is not my specialization. However you seems to have difficult to control (intractable) seizures plz follow doctors advice deligently for ur own welfare

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