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Phenotone, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Secondary and off-label uses of Phenotone have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Phenotone is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Phenotone include Vertigo. While these are the most often observed Phenotone side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Phenotone go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Phenotone is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Phenotone related warnings talks about Phenotone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Respiratory Depression, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Phenotone since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Phenotone are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Phenotone with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Phenotone is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Phenotone is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Phenotone safe for pregnant women?
Phenotone can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Phenotone right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Phenotone safe during breastfeeding?
Phenotone should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Phenotone on the Kidneys?
Phenotone rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Phenotone on the Liver?
Phenotone is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Phenotone on the Heart?
Phenotone has very mild side effects on the heart.
Phenotone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Phenotone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Phenotone habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Phenotone. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Phenotone you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Phenotone only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Phenotone is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Phenotone
Taking Phenotone with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Phenotone
Taking Phenotone with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Take Phenotone as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with depression, respiratory disease, and improper liver or kidney function.
No, Phenotone is not a benzo (benzodiazepine). It belongs to the class of drug known as barbiturates and it is mainly used for the prevention of seizures and insomnia.
No, Phenotone should not be discontinued without doctors advice because sudden discontinuation of this drug can cause withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Phenotone does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. Hence, there is no direct association between weight gain and Phenotone till now.
Phenotone contains phenobarbitone which is a sedative & hypnotic agent. It is presumed that Phenotone works by suppressing the abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in the activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid). It also induces drowsiness or sedation by depressing some parts of the brain such as sensory and motor cortex.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 85-87