This drug causes gingival hyperplasia and hirsutism. At high doses, it can cause nystagmus, ataxia, and diplopia. Which drug is best described by these statements
- aspirin
- acetaminophen
- acyclovir
- phenytoin
- valproic acid
Answer: D
Phenytoin
Dilantin (phenytoin) causes these typical symptoms
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