Eptoin 100 Tablet

Eptoin 100 Tablet used to treat epilepsy/seizures, and prevent seizures during/after brain surgery or after traumatic brain injury. Besides this, Eptoin 100 Tablet may also be used to treat trigeminal neuralgia (facial nerve pain). Epilepsy is a central nervous system disorder characterized by a sudden rush of electrical activity in the brain, leading to seizures, unusual behaviour, and loss of awareness.

Eptoin 100 Tablet contains ‘Phenytoin’, which helps prevent neurons from working at a very fast speed, thereby preventing the brain cells from firing together rapidly in an uncontrolled way. As a result, Eptoin 100 Tablet controls the overactivity of the brain cells that cause seizures. Eptoin 100 Tablet slows down the electrical impulses in the nerves and reduces their ability to transmit pain. Thereby treating trigeminal neuralgia.

Take Eptoin 100 Tablet with or without food. You are advised to take Eptoin 100 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, Eptoin 100 Tablet may cause certain common side effects such as weakness, drowsiness, dizziness, restlessness, and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Eptoin 100 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Please do not skip any doses or stop taking Eptoin 100 Tablet suddenly without consulting your doctor, as it may lead to increased seizures. Avoid taking Eptoin 100 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Eptoin 100 Tablet as it might cause increased dizziness. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures, Trigeminal neuralgia

Eptoin 100 Tablet belongs to the group of anticonvulsant medicines called ‘hydantoins’ used to treat epilepsy/seizures. Eptoin 100 Tablet is also used to control and prevent fits during or after a severe head injury or brain surgery. Eptoin 100 Tablet works by controlling the overactivity of the brain cells that cause seizures (fits). Thereby, Eptoin 100 Tablet helps in controlling epileptic fits involving spasms of the muscles and jerking. Eptoin 100 Tablet may also be used to treat trigeminal neuralgia (facial nerve pain). Eptoin 100 Tablet slows down the electrical impulses in the nerves and reduces their ability to transmit pain. Thereby treating trigeminal neuralgia.

• Weakness
• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Restlessness
• Constipation

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, break, or crush the tablet/capsule. Suspension: Shake the bottle well and take the prescribed dose/quantity by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Do not take Eptoin 100 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Stop taking Eptoin 100 Tablet and consult your doctor if you develop any skin rashes (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), swollen glands (anticonvulsant hypersensitivity syndrome – AHS) or have suicidal thoughts. Talk to your doctor if you have heart, kidney, or liver problems. Avoid taking Eptoin 100 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by your doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Eptoin 100 Tablet as it might cause unpleasant side effects. Let your doctor know if you have diabetes, as intake of Eptoin 100 Tablet affects the blood sugar level. Intake of Eptoin 100 Tablet may cause dizziness so be cautious while driving or operating any heavy machinery. Tell your doctor that you are taking anti-HIV medicine (like delavirdine) before intake of Eptoin 100 Tablet , as both might react with each other leading to serious conditions.

ANTICONVULSANT

 

 

Drug-Drug Interactions: Eptoin 100 Tablet may have interaction with painkillers (aspirin, acetaminophen, ibuprofen), blood thinners (warfarin, clopidogrel), anti-convulsant (carbamazepine, gabapentin and pregabalin), a drug used to treat anxiety disorder (diazepam), anti-depressant (fluoxetine, quetiapine), diuretic (furosemide), cholesterol-lowering agent (atorvastatin), a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction (sildenafil), a drug used to treat thyroid deficiency (levothyroxine), anti-HIV drugs (delavirdine), supplements (cholecalciferol, folic acid).

Drug-Food Interactions: Do not take Eptoin 100 Tablet with St. John’s wort (an antidepressant herbal supplement).

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have heart problems, diabetes, anaemia, alcoholism, blood disorders, kidney and liver problems.

• ASPIRIN
• ACETAMINOPHEN
• IBUPROFEN
• WARFARIN
• CLOPIDOGREL
• CARBAMAZEPINE
• GABAPENTIN
• PREGABALIN
• DIAZEPAM
• FLUOXETINE
• QUETIAPINE
• FUROSEMIDE
• ATORVASTATIN
• SILDENAFIL
• CHOLECALCIFEROL
• FOLIC ACID
• DELAVIRDINE

• A ketogenic diet (low in carbohydrates and high in fats) is recommended for people with epilepsy. This diet helps in utilizing fat instead of glucose for the generation of energy.

• Atkins diet (high fat and controlled carbohydrates) is recommended for adolescents and adults.

• Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.

• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

• Exercise, meditation and yoga can help lower stress, decrease pain sensitivity and improve coping skills.

• Prepare your living area; small changes may reduce the risk of physical injury during a seizure.

• Install an alarm or emergency device to get assistance during a seizure attack.

• Have a seizure response plan, this helps those around you know what to do.

• Understand what triggers seizures and try reducing or avoiding them.

• Please pay attention to overall health as it can help in reducing seizure activity.

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Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Eptoin 100 Tablet as it may cause overdose which can be fatal. The symptoms of overdose include slurred speech, twitching eye movements, muscle stiffness or weakness, tremore, loss of balance, lightheadedness, fainting, vomiting, nausea and slow or shallow breathing. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Your doctor may advise you to get regular blood tests to check for any abnormality of blood and test the amount of Eptoin 100 Tablet in your blood.