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I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

PHENYTOIN-300MG

Uses:

Epilepsy/Seizures, Trigeminal neuralgia

Medicinal Benefits:

I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's belongs to the group of anticonvulsant medicines called 'hydantoins' used to treat epilepsy/seizures. I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's is also used to control and prevent fits during or after a severe head injury or brain surgery. I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's works by controlling the overactivity of the brain cells that cause seizures (fits). Thereby, I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's helps in controlling epileptic fits involving spasms of the muscles and jerking. I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's may also be used to treat trigeminal neuralgia (facial nerve pain). I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's slows down the electrical impulses in the nerves and reduces their ability to transmit pain. Thereby treats trigeminal neuralgia.

FAQs

I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's works by controlling overactivity of the brain that causes seizures (fits). Thereby, I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's helps in controlling epileptic fits involving spasms of the muscles and jerking.

I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's can make birth control pills less effective. Talk to your doctor about using non-hormonal contraceptives like condoms and diaphragm with spermicide to prevent pregnancy.

Please do not stop taking I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's without consulting your doctor as it may cause increased seizures. Continue taking I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's.

Yes, I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's may cause swelling in the gums. Brush and floss your teeth daily; visit your dentist if you experience this problem regularly.

I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's may affect the breakdown of the blood sugar/glucose and may prevent the release of insulin, thereby leading to high blood sugar. So, contact a doctor before using I-Toin ER 300 Tablet 30's if you have diabetes.