Dilantin® (phenytoin) is an anti-seizure medication that is associated with phenytoin toxicity, a serious side effect that may lead to brain damage or cerebellar degeneration.
What You Can Do & How We Can Help
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Dilantin induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been injured, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Defective Drug Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
What is the Problem?
Dilantin is a prescription anti-seizure medication for people with epilepsy and other neurological disorders. High doses of Dilantin or long-term treatment with Dilantin can lead phenytoin toxicity. This side effect may increase the risk of cerebellar degeneration in the brain.
Phenytoin Toxicity
Phenytoin toxicity is rarely fatal, but it can cause serious neurologic problems and other symptoms of brain damage, such as a loss of muscle control, rapid eye movements, or coma. It is also possible that Dilantin can accumulate in the brain or cause cerebellar degeneration. The cerebellum controls movement, coordination, and balance.
Signs & Symptoms of Phenytoin Toxicity
A person who develops phenytoin toxicity after taking Dilantin may suffer from uncoordinated movements, loss of balance, problems walking, tremors, memory loss, confusion, slurred speech, and more.
Studies Linking Dilantin and Phenytoin Toxicity
The evidence linking Dilantin and phenytoin toxicity date back to the 1980s, such as this study in which 5 patients developed cerebellar degeneration while taking Dilantin. In recent years, numerous studies have found more evidence linking Dilantin and phenytoin toxicity — but patients may not be aware of the risk.
Phenytoin Toxicity Lawsuits
Our lawyers are filing lawsuits for people who developed any of the following side effects after taking Dilantin:
- Phenytoin toxicity
- Brain damage
- Cerebellar atrophy
- Cerebellar degeneration
- Cerebellar ataxia
Do I have a Dilantin Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Dilantin induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been injured, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Defective Drug Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
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