Hydantoins Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Drug
A
Phenytoin (Dilantin)
Fosphenytoin (Cerebryx) - converts to phenytoin
2
Q
MOA
A
Prolong sodium channel inactivation, stabilizing impulses
3
Q
Indication
A
Seizures
4
Q
AE/SE
A
Dysrhythmias, hypotension, gingival hyperplasia, hirsutism
Black box warning: slow IV infusion to avoid AE
May reduce vitamin K
Teratogenic
Can decrease effectiveness of oral contraceptives
