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Fosphenytoin
How Fosphenytoin works
Fosphenytoin is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Side Effects
Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Sleepiness, Dryness in mouth, Dizziness, Blurred vision, Itching, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), Tremor, Decreased blood pressure, Euphoria (feeling of intense excitement and happiness), Uncoordinated body movement, Altered taste, Ringing in ear, Slurred speech
Usage
Fosphenytoin is used in the treatment of seizures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is fosphenytoin a vesicant?Yes, fosphenytoin is a vesicant
Q. Why is fosphenytoin better than Dilantin?Dilantin is a brand name of phenytoin. Fosphenytoin does not have side effects which are commonly associated with the use of phenytoin (when injected intravenously or intramuscularly) such as injection site irritation and sudden changes in the heart rate (arrhythmia), hence fosphenytoin is better than Dilantin.
