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phenytoin (Dilantin, Phenytek) : Classification: antiarrhythmics, anticonvulsants. Pharmacologic: Hydantoins. Pregnancy category: D. Indications: treatment/prevention of tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizures and complex partial seizures via enhancing inhibitory effects of GABA and decreases neuron firing. Also used as an antiarrhythmic, particularly for ventricular arrhythmias associated with digoxin toxicity & prolonged QT interval. Adverse effects: CNS effects (nystagmus, sedation, ataxia, double vision, cognitive impairment) notify providers if these occur, Gingival hyperplasia (softening and overgrowth of gum tissue, tenderness, and bleeding gums; maintain good oral hygiene), Skin rash (stop med if this occurs), Cardiovascular effects (dysrhythmias, hypotension), Endocrine and other effects (coarsening of focal features, hirsutism, and interference with vitamin D metabolism), and Interfering with vitamin K-dependent clotting factors causing bleeding in newborns.