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Fosphenytoin Sodium – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: CEREBYX

Strength: 50 mg/ml | Form: Solution For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 6160.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Fosphenytoin Sodium

Class:| Anticonvulsant (Hydantoin derivative) Use:| Treatment and prevention of seizures, particularly status epilepticus Adult dose:| Loading dose: 15-20 mg PE/kg IV at a rate of 100-150 mg PE/min; Maintenance dose: 4-6 mg PE/kg/day IV or IM Pediatric dose:| Loading dose: 15-20 mg PE/kg IV at a rate of 1-2 mg PE/kg/min; Maintenance dose: 2-4 mg PE/kg/day IV or IM Side effects:| Nystagmus, dizziness, pruritus, paresthesia, hypotension, ataxia, confusion, rash Contraindications:

Drug Class

| Anticonvulsant (Hydantoin derivative)

Uses & Indications

| Treatment and prevention of seizures, particularly status epilepticus

Storage Requirements

Not available

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Pfizer Inc., U.S.A

Package Size

10mL Vial X 10's

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 6160.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

| Loading dose: 15-20 mg PE/kg IV at a rate of 100-150 mg PE/min; Maintenance dose: 4-6 mg PE/kg/day IV or IM

Pediatric Dose

| Loading dose: 15-20 mg PE/kg IV at a rate of 1-2 mg PE/kg/min; Maintenance dose: 2-4 mg PE/kg/day IV or IM

Side Effects

| Nystagmus, dizziness, pruritus, paresthesia, hypotension, ataxia, confusion, rash

Contraindications & Precautions

Not available

Important Warnings

Not available

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Fosphenytoin Sodium available in UAE pharmacies:

CEREBYX 50 mg/ml Solution For Injection FOSPHENYTOIN NA 75 mg/ml Solution For Injection FOSPHENYTOIN NA 75 mg/ml Solution For Injection FOSPHENYTOIN SODIUM 75 mg/ml Solution For Injection FOSPHENYTOIN SODIUM 75 mg/ml Solution For Injection

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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