Griseofulvin
Brands: Fulvicin® P/G; Fulvicin® U/F; Grifulvin® V; Grisactin®; Gris-PEG®
• Grifulvin V Tablet
• Tab (500mg)
• Ortho McNeil Pharmaceutical Inc
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Available forms: Oral suspension Griseofulvin, Microcrystalline Oral suspension Griseofulvin, Microcrystalline Oral tablet Griseofulvin, Ultramicrocrystalline Oral tablet
What is this medicine?
GRISEOFULVIN is an antifungal. It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, hair, and nails.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
•liver disease
•porphyria
•systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
•an unusual or allergic reaction to griseofulvin, penicillin, other foods, dyes or preservatives
•pregnant or trying to get pregnant
•breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse. Some fungal infections need many weeks or months of treatment to cure.
Follow your doctor's instructions on how to care for the infection. You may need to use another medicine on your skin while you are taking this medicine. This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/booths. Birth control pills may not work properly while you are taking this medicine. Talk to your doctor about using an extra method of birth control.What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
•allergic reactions like skin rash or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
•breathing problems
•confusion
•dark urine
•fever or infection
•loss of appetite
•pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet
•skin rash, redness, blistering, or peeling of skin
•sores or whites patches in the mouth
•unusually weak or tired
•yellowing of the eyes or skin
•dizziness
•headache
•nausea, vomiting
•stomach pain
•trouble sleeping This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What may interact with this medicine?
•barbiturate medicines for sleep or seizures
•female hormones, like estrogens or progestins and birth control pills
•warfarin
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Shake well before using. For best results take with a high fat meal. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure your dose. Household spoons are not accurate. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed. Do not skip doses or stop your medicine early even if you feel better. Do not stop taking except on your doctor's advice.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.What is this medicine?
GRISEOFULVIN is an antifungal. It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, hair, and nails.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
•liver disease
•porphyria
•systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
•an unusual or allergic reaction to griseofulvin, penicillin, other foods, dyes or preservatives
•pregnant or trying to get pregnant
•breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse. Some fungal infections need many weeks or months of treatment to cure.
Follow your doctor's instructions on how to care for the infection. You may need to use another medicine on your skin while you are taking this medicine. This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/booths. Birth control pills may not work properly while you are taking this medicine. Talk to your doctor about using an extra method of birth control.What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
•allergic reactions like skin rash or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
•breathing problems
•confusion
•dark urine
•fever or infection
•loss of appetite
•pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet
•skin rash, redness, blistering, or peeling of skin
•sores or whites patches in the mouth
•unusually weak or tired
•yellowing of the eyes or skin
•dizziness
•headache
•nausea, vomiting
•stomach pain
•trouble sleeping This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What may interact with this medicine?
•barbiturate medicines for sleep or seizures
•female hormones, like estrogens or progestins and birth control pills
•warfarin
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Shake well before using. For best results take with a high fat meal. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure your dose. Household spoons are not accurate. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed. Do not skip doses or stop your medicine early even if you feel better. Do not stop taking except on your doctor's advice.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.What is this medicine?
GRISEOFULVIN is an antifungal. It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, hair, and nails.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
•liver disease
•porphyria
•systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
•an unusual or allergic reaction to griseofulvin, penicillin, other foods, dyes or preservatives
•pregnant or trying to get pregnant
•breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse. Some fungal infections need many weeks or months of treatment to cure.
Follow your doctor's instructions on how to care for the infection. You may need to use another medicine on your skin while you are taking this medicine. This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/booths. Birth control pills may not work properly while you are taking this medicine. Talk to your doctor about using an extra method of birth control.What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
•allergic reactions like skin rash or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
•confusion
•dark urine
•fever or infection
•loss of appetite
•mouth sores, white patches
•skin rash, redness, blistering, or peeling of skin
•tingling or numbness in the hands or feet
•trouble breathing
•unusually weak or tired
•yellowing of skin or eyes
•difficulty sleeping
•dizziness
•headache
•nausea, vomiting
•stomach pain This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What may interact with this medicine?
•barbiturate medicines for sleep or seizures
•female hormones, like estrogens or progestins and birth control pills
•warfarin
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take with or without food. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not skip doses or stop your medicine early even if you feel better. Do not stop taking except on your doctor's advice.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for selected conditions, precautions do apply. Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.What is this medicine?
GRISEOFULVIN is an antifungal. It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, hair, and nails.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
•liver disease
•porphyria
•systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
•an unusual or allergic reaction to griseofulvin, penicillin, other foods, dyes or preservatives
•pregnant or trying to get pregnant
•breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse. Some fungal infections need many weeks or months of treatment to cure.
Follow your doctor's instructions on how to care for the infection. You may need to use another medicine on your skin while you are taking this medicine. This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/booths. Birth control pills may not work properly while you are taking this medicine. Talk to your doctor about using an extra method of birth control.What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
•allergic reactions like skin rash or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
•confusion
•dark urine
•fever or infection
•loss of appetite
•mouth sores, white patches
•skin rash, redness, blistering, or peeling of skin
•tingling or numbness in the hands or feet
•trouble breathing
•unusually weak or tired
•yellowing of skin or eyes
•difficulty sleeping
•dizziness
•headache
•nausea, vomiting
•stomach pain This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What may interact with this medicine?
•barbiturate medicines for sleep or seizures
•female hormones, like estrogens or progestins and birth control pills
•warfarin
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take with or without food. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not skip doses or stop your medicine early even if you feel better. Do not stop taking except on your doctor's advice.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for selected conditions, precautions do apply. Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.Source: GoldStandard. All rights reserved.
Note: This information is not intended to cover all possible uses, precautions, interactions, or adverse effects for this drug. If you have question about the drug(s) you are taking, check with your health care professional.
