Uses / Indications:
The Phenotone 60mg Tablet is used to treat and control:
Epilepsy and seizure disorders, which include both generalized and partial seizures
Before surgery or medical procedures, sedation
Anxiety and trouble sleeping (for a short time)
Seizures in newborns (under monitoring)
Pregnancy interaction:
Unless absolutely necessary, pregnant women should not use Phenotone 60mg Tablet. Phenobarbitone can pass the placenta and produce withdrawal symptoms, bleeding problems, or developmental problems in the fetus. When the advantages outweigh the hazards, it should only be used under close medical care. If this medicine is still being taken, pregnant women should also get enough vitamin K before giving birth.
How It Works
Phenotone 60mg Tablet has Phenobarbitone in it. This substance works by making gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) work better in the brain. This makes neurons less active, which helps stop seizures, quiet the neurological system, and encourage sleep or relaxation. It is one of the oldest and most well-known medications for stopping seizures.
Expert advice:
Don't drive or use heavy machinery after taking this medicine because it makes you sleepy.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Phenotone because it can make you very sleepy and slow down your breathing.
You may need to have regular blood and liver function tests while you are on long-term medication.
If your doctor tells you to, take calcium and vitamin D supplements to keep your bones strong.
Long-term use of phenotone can lead to physical or mental dependence, thus use it only under supervision.
Side Effects:
Feeling sleepy or dizzy
Being confused or tired
Pain in the head
Feeling sick or throwing up
Loss of coordination
Serious side effects (get a doctor right away):
Having trouble breathing
Swelling or redness from an allergy
Bleeding or bruising that isn't normal
Changes in mood or depression
Dependence with long-term use
How to use:
Follow your doctor's instructions exactly when you use Phenotone 60mg Tablet.
You can eat it with or without food and drink it whole.
Take it at the same time every day to keep your blood levels stable.
Don't quit all at once, as this could cause withdrawal symptoms or rebound seizures.
If you're stopping, follow your doctor's program for tapering.
How it works:
Phenotone 60mg Tablet controls seizures or fits by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Faq for medicine:
Q1. Is it safe to take Phenotone 60mg when pregnant?
It should only be used when absolutely necessary and with the guidance of a doctor. The fetus is at risk, especially in the later stages of pregnancy.
Q2. Is it possible to cease Phenotone abruptly?
No. If you stop it suddenly, you may get withdrawal symptoms including seizures. Always follow your doctor's advice and lower the dose slowly.
Q3. Does Phenotone make you sleepy?
Yes, sleepiness is a common side effect. Don't drive or do things that need you to be awake.
Q4. Is it okay to drink alcohol while taking Phenotone?
No. If you mix Phenotone with alcohol, you could get very sleepy, have trouble breathing, or even go into a coma in severe situations.
Q5. How long does it take for Phenotone to work?
It normally starts to work in 30 to 60 minutes, but it may take many days of regular use to get the full advantages for controlling seizures.
Medicine interaction:
There are a number of drugs that Phenotone 60mg Tablet interacts with:
Other antiepileptics, such phenytoin and valproate, changed the levels of blood.
Oral contraceptives—less effective
Anticoagulants (warfarin) - changed the risk of bleeding
CNS depressants (including alcohol, benzodiazepines, and opioids) make you more sleepy and slow down your breathing.
Corticosteroids and doxycycline work less well since they speed up metabolism.
Before you start taking Phenotone, tell your doctor about all the drugs and supplements you are already taking.
