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Rapitoin is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Epilepsy. Rapitoin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rapitoin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Rapitoin include Altered taste, Ringing in ears. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Rapitoin as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Rapitoin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rapitoin is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Rapitoin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rapitoin related warnings section.
Rapitoin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Rapitoin in conditions like Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Rapitoin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Rapitoin have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Rapitoin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Rapitoin 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 Rapitoin safe for pregnant women?
Rapitoin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Rapitoin again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Rapitoin safe during breastfeeding?
Rapitoin may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Rapitoin on the Kidneys?
Rapitoin is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Rapitoin on the Liver?
Rapitoin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Rapitoin on the Heart?
Rapitoin is rarely harmful for the heart.
Rapitoin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rapitoin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rapitoin habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Rapitoin. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Rapitoin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Rapitoin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Rapitoin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Rapitoin is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rapitoin
When consumed with certain foods, Rapitoin may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rapitoin
Consumption of alcohol and Rapitoin together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cerebyx® (Fosphenytoin Sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 415
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 598-600