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Eptoin 50 Tablet
Phenytoin (50mg)
₹134In stock
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Eptoin 50 Tablet is used for epilepsy (control of focal seizures and generalized tonic-clonic seizures), seizure prevention as prescribed.
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Key details
Salt: Phenytoin (50mg)
Available variants: tablet 150 Tablet, tablet 150 Tablet 150 Tablet
Price: ₹134 (₹0.89 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ABBOTT INDIA LTD
Ordering notes
Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Eptoin 50 Tablet
Eptoin 50 Tablet contains Phenytoin (50mg). It belongs to the Hydantoin anticonvulsant (Sodium channel blocker) class of medicines.
Uses of Eptoin 50 Tablet
- Epilepsy (control of focal seizures
- Generalized tonic-clonic seizures)
- Seizure prevention as prescribed
Benefits of Eptoin 50 Tablet
- In Epilepsy
- Eptoin steadies the electrical activity in the brain so that seizures happen less often or stop altogether. Taking it at the same time every day is what keeps you protected.
- In Seizures
- Eptoin raises the threshold at which a seizure can start, preventing fits and the injuries and loss of consciousness they cause.
- In Bipolar disorder
- Eptoin evens out the extreme highs and lows of bipolar disorder and helps prevent episodes coming back.
- In Migraine prevention
- Eptoin, taken daily, reduces the number and severity of migraine attacks.
How Eptoin 50 Tablet works
Phenytoin stabilizes neuronal membranes by inhibiting voltage-gated sodium channels. This limits seizure spread and reduces abnormal firing in the brain.
How to take Eptoin 50 Tablet
Take as prescribed at the same time daily, with or without food. Do not stop suddenly. Dose is individualized; blood level monitoring may be required, especially with dose changes or interacting medicines.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of EPToin 50 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause deep unconsciousness, slowed breathing and dangerous heart rhythm disturbance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Eptoin 50 Tablet
Most side effects of Eptoin are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Dizziness
- drowsiness
- nausea
- unsteady gait
- nystagmus
- gum swelling
- rash
- headache
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Eptoin 50 Tablet
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
- PregnancyUNSAFE
- Not recommended in pregnancy. It may harm the developing baby, so tell your doctor at once if you are or might be pregnant.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
Risk of severe skin rash (SJS/TEN) and hypersensitivity; seek urgent care for rash, fever, mouth sores. Maintain good dental hygiene to reduce gum overgrowth. Many drug interactions; may reduce effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives. Use caution in liver disease and in elderly; avoid abrupt withdrawal.
Do not take Eptoin if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Valproate-containing medicines are contraindicated in pregnancy for epilepsy unless no alternative exists, and in all women of childbearing potential without a pregnancy prevention programme. Several are not suitable in significant liver disease.
Interactions with other medicines
Warfarin, oral contraceptives, carbamazepine, valproate, phenobarbital, isoniazid, rifampicin, azole antifungals, macrolides, alcohol, CNS depressants
How to store Eptoin 50 Tablet
Store below 25°C, protected from moisture and light.
Quick tips for Eptoin 50 Tablet
- Take your medication regularly as directed by your doctor as missing doses can trigger seizures.
- Do not change the brand of your medicine and make sure that you have sufficient amount of medicine present with you.
- Some healthy tips to prevent seizures: Practice yoga every day.
- Get enough sleep at nighttime.
- Limit the use of screen time such as mobile/laptop.
- Take your medication on time.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Related lab tests
People taking Eptoin are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ABBOTT INDIA LTD
- Therapeutic class:
- Antiepileptic
- Drug class:
- Hydantoin anticonvulsant (Sodium channel blocker)
- Chemical class:
- Phenylhydantoins
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|---|---|---|---|
| Epsolin Injection 7X2MLZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA | injection · 7X2ML | ₹89 | 34% cheaper |
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Eptoin 50 Tablet FAQs
What is Eptoin 50 Tablet used for?
Eptoin 50 Tablet is commonly used for Epilepsy (control of focal seizures and generalized tonic-clonic seizures), seizure prevention as prescribed. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Eptoin 50 Tablet?
Epilepsy: Eptoin steadies the electrical activity in the brain so that seizures happen less often or stop altogether. Taking it at the same time every day is what keeps you protected. It is also used for seizures, bipolar disorder, migraine prevention.
What is the salt in Eptoin 50 Tablet?
Eptoin 50 Tablet contains Phenytoin (50mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Eptoin 50 Tablet?
Take as prescribed at the same time daily, with or without food. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Eptoin 50 Tablet work?
Phenytoin stabilizes neuronal membranes by inhibiting voltage-gated sodium channels.
Is Eptoin 50 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Eptoin 50 Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Eptoin 50 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Eptoin are Dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, unsteady gait, nystagmus. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Eptoin 50 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Eptoin 50 Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Eptoin.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Eptoin 50 Tablet?
No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Eptoin 50 Tablet.
What if I miss a dose of Eptoin 50 Tablet?
If you miss a dose of EPToin 50 Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Eptoin 50 Tablet habit forming?
No. Eptoin 50 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Eptoin 50 Tablet?
Epsolin Injection 7X2ML has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹89 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Eptoin 50 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Eptoin 50 Tablet starts at ₹134 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 150 Tablet, tablet 150 Tablet 150 Tablet. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Eptoin 50 Tablet?
Eptoin 50 Tablet is manufactured by ABBOTT INDIA LTD. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Eptoin 50 Tablet delivered?
Eptoin 50 Tablet is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Eptoin 50 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Phenytoin (50mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Price
- ₹134 (₹0.89 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- Abbott India Limited
- Manufacturer
- ABBOTT INDIA LTD
- Therapeutic class
- Antiepileptic
- Drug class
- Hydantoin anticonvulsant (Sodium channel blocker)
- Chemical class
- Phenylhydantoins
- Action class
- Sodium Channel Modulators- Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs)
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 150 Tablet, tablet 150 Tablet 150 Tablet
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO, manufacturer labeling, established medical literature
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Eptoin 50 Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.