Dilantin Brain Atrophy Side Effects
Dilantin is a drug taken by epileptic patients to control seizures. Dilantin has proven effective for many individuals who have not been helped by other medications. The anti-seizure medication is also prescribed off-label for conditions including bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder … [Read more...] about Dilantin Brain Atrophy Side Effects
Dilantin Side Effects Have Been Associated With Stevens Johnson Syndrome Lawsuits
Dilantin Side Effects Can Cause SJS. Dilantin has been named in at least 100 lawsuits that claim the drug caused the serious and sometimes fatal skin reactions, Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis. It is expected that hundreds more Dilantin lawsuits could be filed in the future. Defendants include … [Read more...] about Dilantin Side Effects Have Been Associated With Stevens Johnson Syndrome Lawsuits
Dilantin Linked to Cerebellar Atrophy
Case Study Dilantin Developed Cerebellar Atrophy. Dilantin (phenytoin) is a medication used to treat patients with epilepsy; it is manufactured by Pfizer. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved labeling changes to state that cerebellar atrophy has been reported in patients taking phenytoin. Cerebellar atrophy refers … [Read more...] about Dilantin Linked to Cerebellar Atrophy
Cerebellar Atrophy Reported in Dilantin Patients
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved labeling changes stating that cerebellar atrophy has been reported in patients taking phenytoin. This nervous system adverse reaction appears to occur more frequently when drug levels are elevated or when it is used long-term. Phenytoin is sold by Pfizer under the brand name … [Read more...] about Cerebellar Atrophy Reported in Dilantin Patients
Dilantin Linked to Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, a Dangerous Skin Condition
Dilantin, the anti-epileptic drug that has been in use for decades is one of many drugs associated with the related skin conditions Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN). Though these conditions are rare, when they do occur they put the patient at risk for permanent skin and organ damage and … [Read more...] about Dilantin Linked to Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, a Dangerous Skin Condition
Epilepsy Drug Dilantin can Lead to SJS
The Side Effects of Dilatin. Dilantin (phenytoin) is a drug approved to treat epilepsy. It is available in a chewable form, called Dilantin Infatabs, often given to young children. One rare, but possible side effect associated with Dilantin is Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), a life-threatening reaction that affects the skin and … [Read more...] about Epilepsy Drug Dilantin can Lead to SJS
Dilantin Injection Reportedly Causing Purple Glove Syndrome
Dilantin Injections Led to a Disorder Known as Purple Glove Syndrome. According to a quarterly report it released last week, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating instances were Dilantin (phenytoin) injections led to a disorder known as Purple Glove Syndrome. This condition, which was named for the … [Read more...] about Dilantin Injection Reportedly Causing Purple Glove Syndrome
