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Fluvin Information

Fluvin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Fungal Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Fluvin have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Fluvin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Fluvin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fluvin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fluvin is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Fluvin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Fluvin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fluvin contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Fluvin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fluvin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Fluvin Benefits & Uses
Fluvin Dosage & How to Take
Fluvin Side Effects
Fluvin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Fluvin with Other Drugs
Fluvin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Fluvin
Fluvin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Fluvin Benefits & Uses

Fluvin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)

Other Benefits

Nail Fungus
Tinea Versicolor (Read More - Sehua Fungal Infection? Try These Natural Solutions)
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)

Fluvin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for microsize formulation, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for microsize formulation, for course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for microsize formulation, for course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for microsize formulation, for course duration follow doctor's advice

Fluvin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fluvin is used -

Moderate

Sensitive to light

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Itching or burning
पेट दर्द
Urticaria
Rash
Headache
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Diarrhoea
Fatigue
Weakness

Fluvin Related Warnings

Is the use of Fluvin safe for pregnant women?

Fluvin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fluvin safe during breastfeeding?

Fluvin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Fluvin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Fluvin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Fluvin on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Fluvin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Fluvin on the Heart?

Fluvin is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fluvin with Other Drugs

Fluvin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Warfarin

Moderate

Caffeine

Phenobarbital

Aspirin

Fluvin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluvin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Fluvin

Is this Fluvin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Fluvin has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Fluvin as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Fluvin only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Fluvin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Fluvin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fluvin

Some foods when eaten with Fluvin can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluvin

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Fluvin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fluvin

Question about 6 years ago

What is Fluvin?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Fluvin is a brand name of griseofulvin and it is available in the form of tablet, topical solution, cream, and suspension. It belongs to the class of medicine called Antifungal antibiotic. It is a prescription drug that is used to treat skin infections such as jock itch, athlete's foot, and ringworm and fungal infections of the scalp, fingernails, and toenails.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Fluvin work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Fluvin works by inhibiting the fungus cells to infecting the newly formed skin, nails, and hair. Thus in this way it prevets us from skin and other related infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fluvin cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Fluvin may cause difficulty in breathing if taken more than prescribed amount. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you must call your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fluvin treat candida?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Fluvin is not effective in treating candida.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Fluvin?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Take Fluvin as advised by your doctor. It is usually taken 3-4 weeks in skin infections, 4-6 weeks in hairs & scalps infections & at least 6 months in toenail infection.