For patients with established seizure control
Objectives: Outline the mechanism of action of phenytoin for the proper treatment of seizure disorders
Your doctor will start you on a low dose of phenytoin and gradually increase your dose, not more often than once every 7 to 10 days
If your doctor is
7 x weight (kg) Sodium Dose
Loading dose (if not previously on phenytoin): IV, Oral: 15 to 20 mg/kg; if currently on phenytoin, reloading dose should be based upon serum concentrations