Epigran Injection 250mg

Epigran Injection 250mg, made by Atco Laboratories Ltd, is an anti-epileptic (anticonvulsant) medicine. Its active ingredient is Phenytoin 250mg, and it is used for epilepsy and status epilepticus. Pack size: 10 injections.

Uses of Epigran Injection 250mg

Epigran Injection 250mg is used to control several types of epilepsy, including tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizures and focal (partial) seizures. Given by injection, it is also used in hospital to stop prolonged or repeated seizures (status epilepticus) and to prevent seizures after a head injury or brain surgery. It controls seizures for as long as it is taken, so treatment is usually long term.

How Epigran Injection 250mg works

Phenytoin blocks sodium channels in nerve cells, which stabilises their membranes and stops them firing rapid bursts of electrical signals. This prevents abnormal electrical activity from spreading through the brain and triggering a seizure.

Possible side effects

Side effects of Epigran Injection 250mg are often linked to its level in the blood. Some of the more common are:

• Dizziness or unsteadiness
• Drowsiness
• Gum overgrowth
• Nausea
• Coarsening of facial features or extra hair growth
• Blurred or double vision

Get medical help at once for a skin rash, especially with fever or blistering, swollen glands, yellow skin or eyes, unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat or mouth ulcers, or thoughts of self-harm.

Precautions and warnings

• Do not stop Epigran Injection 250mg suddenly, as this can trigger severe seizures; any change should be made gradually under medical supervision.
• Blood levels are checked because the gap between too little and too much is narrow, and brands should not be switched without your doctor’s advice.
• It interacts with many medicines, including warfarin, some antibiotics, antifungals and hormonal contraceptives, which it can make less effective, so always check before starting anything new.
• Phenytoin can harm an unborn baby; if you could become pregnant, discuss contraception and pregnancy plans with your doctor before starting, and do not stop it without advice.
• Good dental hygiene reduces gum overgrowth. Avoid alcohol, and do not drive unless your seizures are controlled and local driving rules allow it.

Storage

Store as directed on the pack, protected from light. Injections should only be prepared and given by a doctor, nurse or other trained healthcare professional. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

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Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.