Examples
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| Fulvicin U/F, Grifulvin V, Grisactin, Gris-PEG | griseofulvin | |
Griseofulvin is taken as a pill (orally).
You take it once or twice a day for 2 to 8 weeks.
How It Works
Griseofulvin inhibits the growth of fungi.
Why It Is Used
Griseofulvin is used to treat
ringworm of the skin, especially if ringworm has not
cleared after using topical medicine or when ringworm rash is
widespread.
How Well It Works
Griseofulvin is an effective treatment for ringworm of the
skin.
You should take it with fatty foods for better absorption in the
body.
Side Effects
- Stomach
upset
- Headaches
- Increased sensitivity of skin to
sunlight (photosensitivity)
See Drug Reference for a full list of side effects. (Drug Reference
is not available in all systems.)
If you are taking antifungal pills, your doctor may monitor your
blood count and liver and kidney function during treatment to watch for any bad
side effects. This may not be necessary in healthy children.
What To Think About
- Woman who are pregnant, people with certain
diseases such as
lupus, and people who are allergic to penicillin
should not take griseofulvin.
- You should not take griseofulvin with some other medicines, such
as birth control pills or blood thinners. Let your doctor know what other
medicines you are taking.
Complete the new medication information form (PDF) 
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to help you understand this medication.
Credits
| Author | Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS |
| Editor | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA |
| Associate Editor | Pat Truman, MATC |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Randall D. Burr, MD - Dermatology |
| Last Updated | April 19, 2007 |
