Hello I am 30 year old, I got seizure on july 2017 after consulting a doctor suggested eptoin 100 3 doses per day I am taking from last 3 years still I don't get any seizures but I am suffering from swollen gums & receding gums, my all gums are swollen and painful from last 6 months, I also visited dentist and done scaling but there is no better results. I read about the side effects of phenytoin tablets which causes swollen gums please suggest me that what I have to do bcoz I am too much worried about my gums.
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Taking phenytoin tablet can lead to swollen gums that is known as drug induced gingival enlargement. This can be managed by decreasing the dose of the drug you r taking for seizure or by alteration of the drug. Simultaneously oral hygiene must be maintained. Oral prophylaxis should be done. Use medicated mouthrinses. Sometimes the condition improves after these. If not then periodontal surgery like gingivectomy/ gingivoplasty will be nedded. Thanks.
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Yes. Side effects of phenytoin tablets is swollen gums. Consult if your eptoin dosage can be reduced! you may need deep cleaning along with surgical curettage or gum strengthening & shapping procedure. Rinse your mouth thoroughly with a mouth wash after every meals. Use pepsodent tooth paste & gum paint for 2 to 3 weeks. Advance procedures can be done with laser.
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hello Khalid.... yup...you are almost right.... swelling gums may be associated with phenytoin medicine... find some time and text so we can discuss it in detail to ensure a better treatment planning....
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Well it has to be withdrawn gradually,, u need proper homeopathic treatment along with ur existing treatment
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