PHENYTOIN and CONVULSION

1,260 reports of this reaction

3.4% of all PHENYTOIN reports

#5 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

CONVULSION is the #5 most commonly reported adverse reaction for PHENYTOIN, manufactured by Viatris Specialty LLC. There are 1,260 FDA adverse event reports linking PHENYTOIN to CONVULSION. This represents approximately 3.4% of all 36,996 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking PHENYTOIN who experience convulsion should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.

Reporting Frequency

CONVULSION1,260 of 36,996 reports

CONVULSION is moderately reported among PHENYTOIN users, representing a notable but not dominant share of adverse events.

Other Side Effects of PHENYTOIN

In addition to convulsion, the following adverse reactions have been reported for PHENYTOIN:

Other Drugs Associated with CONVULSION

The following drugs have also been linked to convulsion in FDA adverse event reports:

5% LIDOCAINEBROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDECARBAMAZEPINEDANTROLENE SODIUMDESMOPRESSIN ACETATEDIVALPROEX SODIUMERTAPENEM SODIUMEXTENDED PHENYTOIN SODIUMFELBAMATEFLUMAZENILLACOSAMIDELAMOTRIGINELEVETIRACETAMOXCARBAZEPINEPHENOBARBITALPHENYTOIN SODIUMROPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDERUFINAMIDEVALPROATE SODIUMVIGABATRIN

Frequently Asked Questions

Does PHENYTOIN cause CONVULSION?

CONVULSION has been reported as an adverse event in 1,260 FDA reports for PHENYTOIN. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is CONVULSION with PHENYTOIN?

CONVULSION accounts for approximately 3.4% of all adverse event reports for PHENYTOIN, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience CONVULSION while taking PHENYTOIN?

If you experience convulsion while taking PHENYTOIN, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.

Related Pages

PHENYTOIN Full ProfileAll Drugs Causing CONVULSIONViatris Specialty LLC Drugs
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on FDA adverse event reports and is for informational purposes only. Reports do not prove causation. Always consult your healthcare provider.