Phenytoin (Noun)
Meaning
An anticonvulsant drug (trade name Dilantin) used to treat epilepsy and that is not a sedative.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed phenytoin to control the patient's seizures and prevent further brain damage.
- Phenytoin is often used in combination with other medications to treat epilepsy and prevent seizures.
- The patient was taking phenytoin to manage her epilepsy, but she still experienced occasional seizures.
- Phenytoin is absorbed by the body slowly, which can lead to a delay in feeling its effects.
- The side effects of phenytoin can include dizziness, nausea, and numbness in the face or extremities.