I've been taking Dilantin for 50 years. As long as I don't forget to take meds (and stay away from the generic version!), its been 100% effective. No side effect other than diminished bone density, which I've been able to compensate for via calcium & magnesium supplements.
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I don't recomend these medecine to nobody. Its no good and dangerous and harmful.
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months |
10/31/2007
Condition: Epileptic Seizure
Overall rating 2.3
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My Father took Dilantin for a little over a month in 2004. We were warned that he could develop a "rash." He was going through Chemo and radiation at the time, so I thought his burning was side effects from the cancer treatments. In less than a month his face started to look like someone had taken a torch to it. His neck was oozing and the skin just sloughing off. He ended up in the hospital for 11 weeks with about 8 doctors trying ot figure it out. After the first 2 weeks in ICU, I talked the doctor into taking him off all seizure medicines. I didn't think he needed them to start with. Finally a doctor asked me if anyone had suggested "Stephens Johnson Syndrome" I had never heard of it but went online and checked it out. I firmly believe he had it and with God's grace survived DILANTIN!!!Read More Read Less
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Anonymous | 19-24 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
10/28/2007
Condition: Convulsive Seizures
Overall rating 3.7
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I have taken Dilantin for a few years, and have not had a seizure while on the medication. The only thing I have noticed is that while taking the medication, I tend to become tired moreso all of the time, less enthusiastic, and somewhat depressed.
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apache61 | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
10/26/2007
Condition: Epileptic Seizure
Overall rating 5.0
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I am concerned about the effect of dilantin on my increased cholesterol level and my swollen gums.
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jennypoohxoxo02 | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/24/2007
Condition: Epileptic Seizure
Overall rating 4.3
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i havent had a seizer in a while while on dilantin.
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[email protected] | 35-44 | Male | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
10/22/2007
Condition: Epileptic Seizure
Overall rating 4.0
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I am 43 years old and have been on dilantin for 27 years, following a sezure disorder attack. and i have very little problems with this drug, i only wish some day i would not have to take this medication anymore
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Anonymous |
10/18/2007
Condition: Other
Overall rating 5.0
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This is the only product that I've been able to take successfully to control my seizures.
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hittreeincar | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
10/16/2007
Condition: Epileptic Seizure
Overall rating 3.0
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I have experienced many many side effects with dilantin! I do not care for this drug and would much rather take something else. Also I have to take so many of them...it's ridiculous!
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Nancyann | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
10/12/2007
Condition: Prevention of Seizures following Head Injury or Surgery
Overall rating 3.3
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Appears to cause drowsiness. Most side effects have been experienced but are confused with uther medications and treatments for lung cancer and brain tumors.
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diane | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
10/9/2007
Condition: Epileptic Seizure
Overall rating 3.7
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After being of Dilantin for 5 yrs., I found out I had osteoporosis, with 3 spinal fractures and pain throughout my body. I was never told that this Dilantin would cause any kind of bone problems or interfere with calcium absorbion. Nothing was mentioned regarding vitamin D, or anything having to do with my bones at all. Now I have to go on some kind of bone therapy. So, fat Fosomax made me sick to my stomach. I waiting on a new med that you take by injection once a year. I'm looking into it.Read More Read Less
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Pam | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
10/3/2007
Condition: Prevention of Seizures following Head Injury or Surgery
Overall rating 5.0
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Since using, I have been seizure free
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Richard | 35-44 | Male | Patient
9/29/2007
Condition: Epileptic Seizure
Overall rating 1.0
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Horrible cogntive impairment and rashes constantly.
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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more |
9/22/2007
Condition: Epileptic Seizure
Overall rating 4.0
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Has been effective so far but not as effective while I was pregnant.
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Anonymous | 35-44 | Male | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
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