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Griseofulvin Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Griseofulvin (microsize) 500mg; scored tabs.
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How Supplied
Contact supplier
Manufacturer
Griseofulvin Indications
Indications
Ringworm infections of the skin, hair, and nails.
Griseofulvin Dosage and Administration
Adult
500mg daily; max 1g daily.
Children
30–50lbs: 125–250mg daily. Over 50lbs: 250–500mg daily.
Griseofulvin Contraindications
Contraindications
Porphyria. Hepatocellular failure. Pregnancy.
Griseofulvin Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Griseofulvin Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Continue therapy until infection is eradicated. Periodic monitoring of renal, hepatic, and hematopoietic functions. Discontinue if granulocytopenia occurs. Penicillin sensitivity. Avoid exposure to sunlight or UV light. Nursing mothers.
Griseofulvin Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Griseofulvin Interactions
Interactions
Antagonizes oral contraceptives, oral anticoagulants. Antagonized by barbiturates.
Griseofulvin Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Oral thrush, GI distress, dizziness, confusion, peripheral neuritis, photosensitivity, granulocytopenia, leukopenia, proteinuria, lupus-like syndrome.
Griseofulvin Clinical Trials
See Literature
Griseofulvin Note
Not Applicable
Griseofulvin Patient Counseling
See Literature
