Phenytoin Flashcards
1
Q
Therapeutic range
A
10-20mg/L
2
Q
Patient advice
A
Same brand
Tabs 100mg = liquid/ base 92mg
Han-chinese/ Thai Avoid and increased
- Steven Johnson syndrome
3
Q
Monitoring
A
Serum levels FBC Liver function BP ECG Vit D levels
4
Q
Side effects
A
BLOOD - sore throat, mouth ulcers, bruising SKIN -rash ( discontinue I'd rash develops) Nystagmus Slurred speech Confusion Ataxia HypERglycaemia Rickets / osteomalacia - softening of bones
