Phenytoin Infatabs and Pravachol

• Generic Name: phenytoin
• Dosage Forms: tablet, chewable
• Other Brand Names: Dilantin, Phenytek, Dilantin Infatabs, Phenytoin Sodium, Prompt

Phenytoin is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant. Phenytoin works by slowing down impulses in the brain that cause seizures.

Phenytoin is used to control seizures. It does not treat all types of seizures, and your doctor will determine if it is the right medicine for you.

• Generic Name: pravastatin
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Pravachol

Pravachol (pravastatin) belongs to a group of drugs called HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, or "statins."

Pravachol is used together with diet to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), to increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL), and to lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).

Pravachol is also used to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other heart complications in people with or without coronary heart disease or other risk factors.

Pravachol is used in adults and children who are at least 8 years old.