Dilantin SJS Articles

Philadelphia, PA: Drugs are supposed to help, not hurt—at least that's what we are led to believe and have come to know. Little wonder that Americans continue to be blindsided by the tragic consequences that stem from adverse effects, such as that which is evidenced with Dilantin SJS.

Santa Fe, NM: For patients dealing with Stevens Johnson Syndrome, getting an appropriate diagnosis can be difficult. Doctors may misread the symptoms and diagnose a less serious condition. Furthermore, if patients are not aware that SJS is one of the reported Dilantin side effects, or a possible side effect from another medication, they may not think to tell doctors that their Dilantin could be linked to their symptoms. The problem is, however, that quick diagnosis is vital to ensuring the patient survives her ordeal.

Minneapolis, MN: Patients who take Dilantin are probably aware that they could be at risk of developing Dilantin side effects from the medication. But many may not be aware of the risk of Stevens Johnson Syndrome that is reportedly linked to the use of Dilantin. Stevens Johnson Syndrome, also called SJS, is a rare but life-threatening allergic reaction to medication, and some cases of SJS have reportedly been linked to the use of Dilantin.

New Orleans, LA: A family from New Orleans, Louisiana, is telling its tragic story as a way to educate families and doctors about a rare condition known as Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS), according to WWLTV News.

White Oak, PA: Rebecca's mother died in 1978. Her autopsy reports that the cause of death was Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS), and doctors explained to Rebecca that the cause of SJS was an allergic reaction to Dilantin. Rebecca knows that she cannot file a SJS Dilantin lawsuit due to the statute of limitations, but she welcomes the opportunity to warn the public about this anti-seizure drug.

Atlanta, GA: Lawsuits have reportedly been filed against the makers of both brand-name and generic Dilantin, alleging patients suffered life-threatening Dilantin side effects. Among the reported side effects is an increased risk of a serious condition known as Stevens Johnson Syndrome, known also as SJS. SJS has also been linked to other medications.

Liverpool, UK: British and Irish scientists have reportedly discovered a way to warn patients if they will suffer adverse reactions—such as Stevens-Johnson Syndrome—after taking epilepsy treatments, the Irish Times reports.

New Orleans, LA: The maker of Dilantin faces lawsuits alleging the drug is linked to Stevens Johnson Syndrome, a rare but potentially fatal condition brought about by an allergic reaction to medication. According to the lawsuit, Pfizer, maker of Dilantin, failed to adequately warn patients about the risk of SJS. By the time the Stevens Johnson syndrome symptoms appeared, it was too late for patients to do anything to prevent the condition.

Vista, CA: Jerra was 18 months old when she was diagnosed with epilepsy. "At first she was on Phenobarbital, but it turned her into a Jekyll and Hyde so we insisted she get another medication," says Randy, her father. "They came up with Dilantin, an anticonvulsant, which Jerra took for about 10 years." Jerra is fortunate that her only Dilantin side effect was blisters in her mouth—others on the medication have succumbed to Stevens Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (SJS/TEN).

San Diego, CA: Tom G. was prescribed Dilantin after he passed out in a Denny's restaurant and his neurologist concluded he had a "seizure potential." Turns out he never did have a seizure; instead he wound up with SJS dilantin, a serious allergic reaction to the drug.