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withdrawal from dilantin

I've developed bad rashes with taking dilantin.  I  scratched till I bleed have to keep using oatmeal baths so bad going to stop taking immediately I take 300mg a day is this okay to stop cold turkey
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1260255 tn?1288654564
Even though today is a Sunday, put in a call to your doctor. Your rash sounds like a severe side effect and if you have been on the medication for any length of time, abrupt discontinuance of the medication runs the risk of seizures.

Google Dilantin side effects and Dilantin withdrawal.
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667078 tn?1316000935
I would consult a Doctor.
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