The trade name for phenytoin is:

A. Laniazid
B. Indameth
C. Dilantin
D. Lanoxin


c
Rationale: Dilantin is the trade name for phenytoin. If not shaken properly, dilantin suspensions may cause an uneven dis-tribution of the drug and inefficacy or toxicity in children.

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