Phenytoin and valproic acid interaction

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Avatar n tn SIde effects are usually dose-related and include nystagmus, decreased coordination, and mental confusion, dizziness, insomnia, and headaches. You can read more about this through this link: http://www.rxlist.com/dilantin-drug.htm Take care and keep us posted.
Avatar f tn Neuroleptics like carbamazepine, felbamate, valproic acid, clonazepam and phenytoin alongwith gabapentin are effective. Local anesthetic agents like intravenous application of lidocaine, tocainide or mexiletene, can be prescribed as combination. Spinal cord stimulation introduces low level of electrical current to the dorsal portion of spinal cord and can include a fully implanted system or a system with an external power source.
Avatar n tn How long does it take for Depakote (valproic acid/Depakene, et.al) to FULLY metabolize through the liver?
3178266 tn?1344536316 Clonazepam: "PREGNANCY: Clonazepam and other benzodiazepines have been associated with fetal damage, including congenital malformations, when taken by pregnant women in their first trimester. Clonazepam is best avoided in the first trimester and probably throughout pregnancy.
Avatar n tn I have had extreme fatigue and chest pains. Seeing neurologist for medicine change and have be referred to endocrinologist. How concerned should I be? What tests should be given? Is this my pituitary gland?
553516 tn?1255867219 Patients who take these medications (regularly or daily) should undergo monthly laboratory testing for the first three months of therapy and then every three to six months because of the association between these medications and liver disease.
Avatar f tn erythromycin, tetracyclines, neomycin, chloramphenicol and amoxycillin), clofibric acid as well as derivatives and structural analogues of clofibric acid, disulfiram, ethacrynic acid, glucagon, cimetidine, imidazole derivatives (e.g. metronidazole and, even when administered locally, miconazole), sulfonamides including co-trimoxazole (sulfamethoxazole + trimethoprim), sulphonylureas such as tolbutamide and chlorpropamide, thyroid hormones (incl.
647754 tn?1270036911 And also I was told some time back that Adderall would be added to the list. How long does this procedure usually take?
979080 tn?1323433639 •itraconazole (Sporanox) •ketoconazole (Nizoral) •warfarin (Coumadin) •dofetilide (Tikosyn) •drugs given to open the airway (bronchodilators), including aminophylline, theophylline (Theo-Dur and other brands), and oxtriphylline (Choledyl and other brands) Drugs that may interact with proton pump inhibitors include: •itraconazole (Sporanox) •ketoconazole (Nizoral) •phenytoin (Dilantin) and other anticonvulsant drugs •cilostazol (Pletal) •voriconazole (Vfend) The preceding lists do not include
20187928 tn?1492011068 I've been taking risperidone (4mg daily) 2x 2mg and valproic acid (500mg daily) 2x 250 for more than 8 years. How to proper tapper those two drugs?
Avatar m tn levothyroxine and insulin isophane (Moderate Drug-Drug) MONITOR: The efficacy of oral hypoglycemic agents and insulin may be diminished by certain drugs, including thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, estrogens, progestins, thyroid hormones, human growth hormone, phenothiazines, atypical antipsychotics, sympathomimetic amines, protease inhibitors, phenytoin, clozapine, megestrol, danazol, isoniazid, asparaginase, pegaspargase, diazoxide, temsirolimus, as well as pharmacologic dosag
Avatar f tn As you mention, valproic acid has various side effects, weight gain is a common one. Other antiepileptic medications do not cause weight gain, but each has its side effects, some are much more tolerable than others. While it is great news that your MRI has not shown any tumor recurrence, this does not necessarily imply that you are no longer at risk for seizures.
Avatar f tn If you are pregnant your doctor may gradually decrease the dose and stop it and may prescribe an alternative anti seizure medicine which is safe during pregnancy. Sudden withdrawal of antiseizure medication may precipitate seizures in a pregnant woman which can be dangerous for the fetus. Medicines are prescribed during pregnancy only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Your doctor may prescribe you high dose folic acid 4 mg to prevent spinal cord deformities. I sincerely hope it helps.
Avatar n tn I had a vitrectomy for epiretinal peel six months ago. Dr. says scar tissue has formed again and I am scheduled for the same surgery next week. My vision did not improve. What are the chances of improvement this time? I AM ALSO TAKING AN EXPERIMENTAL DRUG FOR 4 MONTHS "VALPROIC ACID".
Avatar n tn Drug interaction of Claravis or Accutane includes tetracyclines , vitamin A-type drugs, vitamin A, and drugs that cause bone loss such as anti-seizure drugs such as phenytoin and corticosteroids. If you experience severe headaches and other symptoms like mood changes, muscle /joint pain or painful swallowing or peeling skin, it is best that you inform your doctor for proper management. Also when prescription medicine for migraine is not providing relief. Take care and do keep us posted.
Avatar f tn Thank you for your reply
Avatar n tn I used valproic acid 5 years.I stop taking the drug and no seizures for 8 years. After I had the first time seizure and ı went a doctor, he did not give me drug. After 2 years I had seizure again and I started using lamictal 75 mg. I'm using 2.5 years. For a year, I have amenorrhea and eye floaters. I got about 30 kilos. It was very difficult to get used to the drug. Re-live the same things I'm afraid to go to the doctor. What should I do, I need help. These side effects are serious?
Avatar m tn Hi everyone, I'm new to this community. My neurologist just informed me that Osteoporosis and shrinkage of the Cerebellum are very serious side effects for long term users of Dilantin. Does anyone know more about this? I've been taking 500mg of Dilantin for over 30 years since I was a teenager, and now I'm terribly worried. Not one of the neurologists had mentioned anything about this over the years, and now at 46, I've learned that I may have severe osteoporosis.
Avatar f tn Lamotrigine may cause rashes, including serious rashes that may need to be treated in a hospital or cause permanent disability or death. Tell your doctor if you are taking valproic acid (Depakene) or divalproex (Depakote) because taking these medications with lamotrigine may increase your risk of developing a serious rash. Also tell your doctor if you have ever developed a rash after taking lamotrigine or any other medication for epilepsy or if you are allergic to any medications for epilepsy.
Avatar m tn Pharmacotherapy usually involves drug modulating GABAergic neurotransmission like Levetiracetam, Piracetam, Clonazepam or Valproic acid against prescription. I suggest you to consult neuro physician for his further evaluation and management. Take care and regards.
791213 tn?1239593552 Lithium Anti Manic Agent Mood Stabilizer Anti Impulsive Tegratol Same Depokate( Valproic Acid ) Same Cloropromazine Zyprexa Risperidol Lorazapam Sounds Like Alterating Ups And Downs Clasic Case Of Bi Polar Lithium Or Valproic Acid Works For Me Im Only 19 but have Been Dealing Since The Age Of 8 And Have Been Medicated Since 13 1200 mg Valproic 1200mg Tegratol 600 mg lithium 200 mg Cloropromazine Im A Very Sever Case I Get Extreamly Violent And Agressive Then Crash Into A
Avatar n tn I must have read that it is not good to take these while on treatment, because of herb and drug interaction and the other factors mentioned. I do NOT know, if they are actually act in favor to or can harm the liver.
Avatar m tn It all came back to nexium (acid blocker) which lowered her stomach acid. Any cause of lower stomach acid (and that could be from age to hypothyroidism) will cause problems as you cannot absorb the essential nutrients needed for the neurotransmitters in the brain. After stopping all acid blockers and increasing stomach acid with betaine HCI with pepsin supplements and taking digestive enzymes, she improved dramatically. Not to mention she got rid of her severe GERD and severe LPR.