I've taken Dilantin for
years & it's been "Positive for me!"
I know each one of us
is diffetent, as far as
how well 'any med' works for us.
ASK YOUR DOC TO EXPLAIN THE PROS &
CONS!

@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member... Dilantin is another name for Phenytoin... I have been on it for over 30 years and it controls my seizures well. Herewith some of the side effects for you:-

Headache, nausea, vomiting, constipation, dizziness, spinning sensation, drowsiness, slurred speech, loss of balance or coordination, swollen or tender gums, sleep problems (insomnia), nervousness, tremors and rash.

Remember... What side affects affect others might not apply to you! Everyone is different. Good luck with the medication!

Mentioned Users

A MyEpile...

I've taken Dilantin for
several years. I consider it my "main
medicine!"

Many side effects

Swollen gums always with Dilantin. Sometimes it bled. Eww!!