Halothane and Phenytek

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Consumer information for this minor interaction is not currently available. Some minor drug interactions may not be clinically relevant in all patients. Minor drug interactions do not usually cause harm or require a change in therapy. However, your healthcare provider can determine if adjustments to your medications are needed.

A case has been reported of phenytoin intoxication following halothane anesthesia. The authors have suggested that temporary hepatic function was the cause of the acute phenytoin intoxication. If phenytoin and halothane are to be use to coadministered, clinical and laboratory signs of altered phenytoin levels should be monitored.

Halothane

Generic Name: halothane

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What is Halothane?

Phenytek

Generic Name: phenytoin

Brand name: Dilantin, Phenytek, Dilantin Infatabs, Phenytoin Sodium, Prompt

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Phenytek?