Tuesday December 15, 2009

Q: Does Phenytoin (Dilantin) get cleared by hemodialysis or hemoperfusion?


A; No (clinically insignificant removal)

Clinical significance:

• In Phenytoin toxicity/overdose, Hemodialysis or hemoperfusion are ineffective for enhancing elimination.
• Hemodialysis patients do not require extra dosing post dialysis though require frequent monitoring due to lower albumin level.