Phenytoin — Pharmacology

Current · V5 (2025) → H6.vi Historical · V4 (2023) → K2.iii 3 exam appearances

2025B Q19

Exam question

Outline the following pharmacology of phenytoin: (a) dosage (15% of marks) (b) mechanism of action (15% of marks). (c) adverse effects (30% of marks) (d) pharmacological considerations relevant to safe and effective use (40% of marks)

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Exam appearances

3 appearances

Exam	Exact exam wording	Candidate success
2025B Q19	Outline the following pharmacology of phenytoin: (a) dosage (15% of marks) (b) mechanism of action (15% of marks). (c) adverse effects (30% of marks) (d) pharmacological considerations relevant to safe and effective use (40% of marks)	21%
2012A Q03	Describe the pharmacology of phenytoin	60%
2010A Q02	Describe the pharmacology of Phenytoin	90%