Phenytoin (Dilantin) Flashcards
1
Q
Phenytoin (Dilantin): Class
A
Anticonvulsant
2
Q
Phenytoin (Dilantin): Action
A
Slows down impulses in the brain
3
Q
Phenytoin (Dilantin): SFX
A
Mouth shit (gingival hyperplasia)
4
Q
Phenytoin (Dilantin): Toxic s/s
A
- Nystagmus
- Slurred speech
- Ataxia
- Vomiting
5
Q
True or False
Phenytoin (Dilantin) increases effectiveness of oral contraception.
A
False, it decreases effectiveness
6
Q
What affect do milk and antacids have on Phenytoin (Dilantin)?
A
The decrease absorption
7
Q
Is Phenytoin (Dilantin) taken with or without food?
A
With
8
Q
Why should the pt taking Phenytoin (Dilantin) have regular dental checkups
A
Due to the risk of gingival hyperplasia
9
Q
What s/s should the pt taking Phenytoin (Dilantin) report to HCP?
A
- Unusual bleeding, bruising, petechiae (bleeding),
- Clay-colored stools, abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing of skin/eyes (hepatotoxicity);
- Slurred speech, HA, drowsiness
- Suicidal thoughts/behaviors
10
Q
Phenytoin (Dilantin): Pt edu?
A
- Decreases effectiveness of oral contraceptives
- Milk and antacids decrease absorption
- Take w/ food
- Regular dental checkups
