Dilantin ocular side effects

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Avatar f tn t possibly cause these side effects (I looked it up only after about the 4th day on it and these are known side effects, but from much higher doses). So I'm wondering if it could be because of my other meds that this small amount is causing side effects? I just feel dumb saying I think it's causing all this when the dose is so small. Anyone else experience anything like this with tegretol? Should I give it more time?
Avatar f tn RIGHT NOW I HAVE STOPPED TAPERING MYSELF OFF OF ANY OTHER MEDICATION OTHER THAN THIS DILANTIN, BECAUSE I KNOW I CAN HAVE SEIZURES. ARE YOU CERTAIN THIS DILANTIN WOULD NOT CAUSE THESE OTHER SIDE EFFECTS GIVEN WHAT YOU NOW KNOW I HAVE JUST TOLD YOU?
Avatar n tn Google Dilantin side effects and Dilantin withdrawal.
2015036 tn?1332997788 I'm not familiar with Tegretol.But as an epileptic,I took Dilantin for 32 yrs~~~way too long! Can't remember all the side effects;but do remember you have to have a CBC every 6 monthes due to the possible risk of leukemia.The main reason the neuro got me off of it was that Dilantin leaks into your body,building up in your organs.Wishing you the best in finding relief from nerve pain!
Avatar m tn My husband has is dilantin very low and I was wondering if he can increase his medication to 200 mg.I was also wondering why does that keep happening and what is the side effects for the dilantin.
Avatar m tn ve compiled on realisation that my information on the side effects was flawed after discovering I was having other side effects than the body hair. We're all different and react differently, the list is just that a list of possible side effects. You may just have one or two, hopefully nobody can tick off every one ! Unless we know what they are . . . . . As for age being taken into consideration, check this link it does take age, fit frequency, etc etc http://www.seizure-journal.
7486852 tn?1410352184 My new neurologist wants me to try depakote after keppra, dilantin, and dilantin and topamax together have failed. They did not control my seizures and I had horrible side effects. I have been using my medical marijuana which my neurologist never had anything bad to say about it just wants me to try another pill as well. I'm worried about the side effects and whether they will work when these others haven't..
Avatar f tn Well if it is a sudden change check your neurologist before thinking it's your meds...but gosh!
276875 tn?1400451578 I have been doing some research into the medication i currently take (dilantin) and it would seem as if i suffer from one of its side-effects. I was wondering if there was an alternative to counteracting this side-effect or is it something i will have to deal with as i take this medication..
959034 tn?1253671476 Is it working? Does it make you sleepy? Side effects? How much do you take? Do you like it? Was it the first one you tried? Did you have to try many to find one that you liked?
Avatar f tn i have been on dilantin for over 25 years . i to have very bad mood swings and i just cant take any stress at all . my neuro is taking me off dilantin slowly. i take 400mg daily . my neuro told me dilantin will cause mood swings and cause me to be irritable and was hard on your body after being on them so long. i have started keppra and dropping 1 dilantin a month . i was told my moods will improve and i will start to think more clearly.
Avatar n tn Peggy - I have had trouble with Dilantin since September. Horrible side effects that progressively got worse. The I tired going onto the 30 mg kapseals. Still I don't feel right and I am not going to continue like this; if I can help it. Thyroid hormones (including levothyroxine): Phenytoin may alter the metabolism of thyroid hormones, reducing its effect; there is limited documentation of this interaction, but monitoring should be considered. AR-10 I am on 100mcg Levothyroxine sodium.
327385 tn?1378360731 how well has keppra worked controling your seizures and what side effects do you have? has the keppra helped your mood and stress level? has the keppra helped you lose weight and how long did it take you to get use to the med? thanks for all your help .
1252074 tn?1271541709 I was taking Topamax and Lamictal for several years, but because of insurance reasons I had to switch to Carbamazepine and Dilantin. I HATED IT!! it controlled the seizures but the side effects were horrible. I had tremmors in my hands, arms, feet, legs and eyes. I was dizzy and just felt drunk all the time. I could not be still. I was having to take it 3 times a day so by the time they side effects would start to calm down it would be time to take another round...
501086 tn?1210123831 No physical side effects but it is EXPENSIVE. The generic was quoted to me at $225 a month (150mg a day) and I only found this out because by getting the first two bottles during the switch I had reached my prescription coverage cap for the year. I would suggest you check out what your cap is and see if it is feasible for you to get these meds. I had to go off the Lamictal and remain on the Dilantin because of this and from the posts above wish I was able to try the Lamictal.
1666769 tn?1303248079 Ok, I just had my very first seizure a few weeks back (I am 30 yo). As I was explained by my neurologist, the driving law in Texas is for 6 months SEIZURE FREE, it has nothing to do with the medication you are on (although certain anti-seizure meds can make you drowzy). I am in NO way an expert and still learning this all as I go as well but I will tell you that I was placed on Keppra 1000mg to start with (taking 500mg in am & 500mg in pm). I had terrible side effects from that dosage.
Avatar f tn new neuro weaning me to keppra, not sure if i like it.. but said dilantin was causing side effects (chest pain,, kidney probs) i'm starting to wonder if age is a factor, I'm 44, or perry menopause? even though my gyno says my hormone levels are not consistant with menopause..
3921209 tn?1348605095 The medications used to control seizures can cause side effects like the ones you describe. I would recommend consulting your Neurologist. Together, you and your Neurologist can weigh the pros and cons of taking Dilantin or possibly another medication.
Avatar n tn constipation; dizziness; headache; mild nervousness; nausea; trouble sleeping; or vomiting. (this link may be helpful: http://www.rxlist.com/dilantin-drug.htm). I hope this helps. Take care and do keep us posted.
Avatar f tn This is a situation where you have to weigh the side effects against the risks of the disease. The sedation will be more acceptable than the seizures. Benign rolandic epilepsy is inherited. She does appear to have inherited it from you. It has a favorable outcome.
327385 tn?1378360731 Very very sorry to hear about this. I've been on Dilantin for about 30 years, also started at 13 yo. and was on 400mg @ night. I went through the same issue a few years ago and the seizures suddenly began 20 mins after I got out of the car after a 3 hour drive. I tried several and none seemed to work for me. I tried Sodium Valproate, Tegretol and Topamax, but NONE of them worked as well as Dilantin. So they had me up to 800 mg of Dilantin and slowly brought me down to 500mg.
Avatar m tn It had some very bad side effects, including those you described, depression, panic attack, gum bleeding, constipation, etc. My Neuro gave me Viagra for a couple of months. I changed to Depakote and all those side effects went away. My sex drive becomes better than ever (no Viagra anymore).
Avatar f tn Thanks very much for your comment. That is what I thought. After 11 years on dilantin after the one fit, as drs said be on it infinatum, I had a second stroke- no speech. I had to get my medical records from our local hospital, and they show that at that time the dilantin level was only 2, was on 230mg a day. 9 years later, I was finishing my PhD, and felt as though might have another stroke, visual and other problems.