Question

Common side effects of Dilantin, the drug used to control epileptic seizures

Answer 1

Headache, nausea, vomiting, constipation, dizziness, spinning sensation, drowsiness, slurred speech, loss of balance or coordination, swollen or tender gums, sleep problems (insomnia), nervousness, tremors, rash.

Answer 2

Common side effects include dizziness, nausea, vomiting, tremor, hair loss, weight gain, depression in adults, irritability in children, reduced attention, a decrease in thinking speed. Over the long term, the drug can cause bone thinning, swelling of the ankles, irregular menstrual periods.