Fosfen2ml
IM/IV injection
Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fosfen. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Fosfen is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in so... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Fosfen is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not har... View More |
| Driving | UNSAFE Fosfen may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | CAUTION Fosfen should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fosfen may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, talk t... View More |
| Liver | CAUTION Fosfen should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fosfen may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
Introduction
Fosfen is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of epilepsy (seizures). It controls seizures by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity ... View More
Uses of Fosfen
- Epilepsy/Seizures
Side effects of Fosfen
- Vomiting
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Itching
- Impaired coordination
- Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
How to use Fosfen
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Fosfen works
Fosfen is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
What if you forget to take Fosfen?
If you miss a dose of Fosfen, 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 re... View More
- It is given as an injection either into a vein (intravenously) or into a muscle (intramuscularly).
- 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:
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- It may increase blood sugar levels.Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines to treat diabetes.
- Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
Indication
Fosphenytoin is indicated for short-term parenteral administration when other means of Phenytoin administration are unavailable, inappropriate or deemed... View More
Administration
Reconstitution: Prior to IV infusion, dilute Fosphenytoin in 5% Dextrose or 0.9% Saline solution for injection to a concentration ranging from 1.5 to 2... View More
Adult Dose
Parenteral Adult: As phenytoin Na equivalents (PSE): (The dose, concentration in dosing solutions, and infusion rate of IV Fosphenytoin is expressed a... View More
Child Dose
Parenteral As phenytoin Na equivalents (PSE): (The dose, concentration in dosing solutions, and infusion rate of IV Fosphenytoin is expressed as Pheny... View More
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: Dose reduction or slower infusion may be needed.
Contraindication
Fosphenytoin is contraindicated in patients who have demonstrated hypersensitivity to Fosphenytoin or its ingredients, or to Phenytoin or other Hydantoi... View More
Mode of Action
Fosphenytoin is a diphosphate ester salt of phenytoin which acts as a water soluble prodrug of phenytoin. After admin, plasma esterases convert fospheny... View More
Precaution
Patient w/ phosphate restriction, hypoalbuminaemia, hypotension, severe myocardial insufficiency, DM. May exacerbate porphyria. Not effective for the tr... View More
Side Effect
>10% IV Pruritis (40-50%),Dizziness (31%),Somnolence (20%),Ataxia (11%) IM Nystagmus (15%) 1-10% IV Tinnitus (6-10%),Deafness (2-5%) IM S... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy In humans, prenatal exposure to phenytoin (the active metabolite of fosphenytoin) may increase risks for congenital malformations and other a... View More
Interaction
No drugs are known to interfere with the conversion of Fosphenytoin to Phenytoin. Drugs that may increase plasma Phenytoin concentrations include: Acute... View More
The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not... View More