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GlossaryPhenytoin

medication used to control seizures in epilepsy

Phenytoin, also known by the brand name Dilantin, is a medication primarily used to manage and prevent seizures in conditions such as epilepsy. It works by stabilizing the electrical activity in the brain, thereby reducing the likelihood of seizure episodes.

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research Lack of a Gonadal or Adrenal Androgenic Mechanism for the Hypertrichosis Produced by Diazoxide, Phenytoin, and Minoxidil

24 citations , May 1982 in “Biochemical Pharmacology”

These drugs cause hair growth without affecting testosterone or adrenal hormones.

research Cosmetic Effects of Anti-Epileptic Drugs (AEDs)

January 2024 in “Authorea (Authorea)”

Antiepileptic drugs cause cosmetic side effects like hair loss and weight gain, but patients still take their medication without it affecting their quality of life.

research Women And Epilepsy: Reproductive Life And Epilepsy

January 2004

Antiepileptic drugs can cause cosmetic side effects and affect menstrual cycles, fertility, and bone health in women with epilepsy.

research Wound Healing, Cutaneous Therapy, Hair

April 2008 in “Medical & surgical dermatology”

Certain hairstyles can cause scalp diseases, smoking is linked to hair loss, 5% minoxidil foam is effective for hair loss treatment, and various factors influence wound healing and hair growth.

research Cosmetic Adverse Effects of Antiseizure Medications: A Systematic Review

7 citations , May 2021 in “Seizure”

Some antiseizure medications can cause cosmetic problems like hair loss, excessive hair growth, acne, and gum overgrowth.

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community Medications that cause extra hair growth

in Research/Science 123 upvotes 2 years ago

The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.