Griseofulvin2.5mg/100ml
Rx- Generic:
- Griseofulvin
- Company:
- Albion Laboratories Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Suspension
- Pack size:
- 60ml
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৳ 18.57/unit
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At a glance
Griseofulvin is an antifungal medicine used for fungal infections of skin, nails, scalp and hair.
Indications
- Tinea corporis - 2-4 weeks
- Tinea pedis - 4-8 weeks
- Tinea cruris
- Tinea capitis - 4-6 weeks
- Tinea barbae
- Onychomycosis - fingernails: at least 4 months, toenails: at least 6 months
Dosage
Adult Dose (Ultramicrosize):
- Tinea capitis: 375 mg daily (4-6 weeks)
- Tinea corporis: 375 mg daily (2-4 weeks)
- Tinea pedis: 375 mg daily (4-8 weeks)
- Fingernails: 750 mg daily in divided doses for at least 4 months
- Toenails: 750 mg daily in divided doses for at least 6 months
Child Dose (Ultramicrosize):
- 16-27 kg: 125-187.5 mg daily
- Over 27 kg: 187.5-375 mg daily
- Under 2 years: Dosage not established
* Use as directed by the registered physician
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Headache
- Skin rash
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Insomnia
- Mental confusion
- Oral thrush
- Epigastric distress
Rare: Proteinuria, leukopenia
Precautions & warnings
Precautions:
- Periodic monitoring of organ system function (renal, hepatic, hematopoietic) required for prolonged therapy
- Possibility of cross sensitivity with penicillin
- Photosensitivity reaction may occur - avoid intense natural or artificial sunlight
- Lupus erythematosus or lupus-like syndromes reported
- Not recommended in severe liver disease
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.