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Drug Information

Drug Generic Name PHENYTOIN SODIUM
Drug Class ANTI-DYSRHYTHMIC DRUGS
Chapter Cardiovascular System

It is a class 1 antiarrhythmic drug (subgroup 1 A) Indications: ventricular arrhythmias, particularly those caused by cardiac glycosides, but this use is now unknown. (Also used for seizure disorders)

Cautions: do not give with lignocaine hydrochloride.

Dose: by slow intravenous injection via central catheter:

3.5-5 mg/kg at a rate not exceeding 50 mg/minute. Monitor the blood pressure and ECG.

Repeat after 10 minutes if necessary.

Brand Name
  • Epanutin Injection 50 mg/ml Ampoules
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