Dilantin Linked to Mental Health Side Effects

Dilantin has been on the market for over 60 years. It was originally approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a treatment option for those who experience certain types of seizures. However, Dilantin has been linked to a number of very serious side effects. There have even been reports of Dilantin patients experiencing extreme mental health issues because of the medication.

These mental health issues affect both the young and old and it is critical that these issues are reported to the patient’s medical care provider right away. Some of these mental health issues include the following:

• Aggressive behavior
• Anxiety
• Dangerously impulsive behavior
• Depression
• Extreme irritability that becomes progressively more severe
• Insomnia
• Mania or overly excited behavior
• Panic attacks
• Suicidal thoughts and even suicidal attempts
• Violent behavior
• Withdrawal
• As well as other unusual behavioral changes

Suicidal thoughts and even suicidal attempts has been a growing problem amongst Dilantin users. In fact, it has been reported that around 1 out of every 500 users of Dilantin will experience suicidal thoughts or even behaviors while they are using Dilantin for their treatment option. These suicidal thoughts can begin as soon as the first week of taking the medication.

It is imperative if you or your loved one begins to experience these Dilantin side effects that they are communicated with a medical care provider right away so that the patient can get the help needed.

Other Serious Dilantin Side Effects

There are a number of other very serious side effects that Dilantin has been associated with. Some of these side effects include the following:

• Stevens Johnson Syndrome
• Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
• Abnormal body movements
• Changes in facial features
• Confusion
• Extreme fatigue
• Fever
• Flu like symptoms
• Loss of appetite
• Loss of balance or coordination
• Joint pain
• Pain in the penis
• Slurred speech
• Swollen lymph nodes
• Tingling or twitches
• Uncontrollable eye movements
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)
• An erection lasting more than 4 hours

If the Dilantin patient experiences any of these serious side effects a medical care provider should be contacted immediately.

Dilantin Lawsuits

There have been many Dilantin side effect victims across the United States. A number of these victims have opted to file a Dilantin lawsuit due to the fact that they do not feel that they were not properly warned about these potential side effects prior to taking the drug. They are seeking compensation to cover their medical expenses that these side effects have caused them to incur, lost wages, and even their pain and suffering.

If you or someone you know took Dilantin side effects such as Stevens Johnson Syndrome or Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis, visit the Dilantin Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) Class Action Lawsuit Investigation. You can receive a free consultation from a qualified Dilantin lawsuit attorney.