Fungivin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fungivin Information

Fungivin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Fungivin have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fungivin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Fungivin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Fungivin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Fungivin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Fungivin related warnings talks about Fungivin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Fungivin 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 Fungivin contraindications section.

Additionally, Fungivin may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Fungivin Benefits & Uses

Fungivin 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)

Fungivin 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

Fungivin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fungivin 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

Fungivin Related Warnings

Is the use of Fungivin safe for pregnant women?

Fungivin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Fungivin safe during breastfeeding?

Fungivin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Fungivin on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Fungivin on the Liver?

Fungivin is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fungivin on the Heart?

You can take Fungivin without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fungivin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Warfarin

Moderate

Caffeine

Phenobarbital

Aspirin

Fungivin Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Fungivin

Is this Fungivin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Fungivin is addictive.

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

After taking Fungivin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Fungivin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Fungivin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Fungivin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fungivin

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Fungivin

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Fungivin.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fungivin

Question over 5 years ago

What precautions should I follow while taking Fungivin tablet?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

The Fungivin is highly sensitivity toward light, therefore you should avoid going out during day time.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Fungivin?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Fungivin 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 over 5 years ago

Does Fungivin need to be refrigerated?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Fungivin does not require refrigeration, you should keep the medicine at room temperature and protect it from direct sunlight.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Fungivin cause butterfly-shaped skin rash over the nose and cheeks ??

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

Yes, Fungivin can cause butterfly-shaped skin rash over the nose and cheeks. It has been reported in patients who are taking this drug and having longer exposure to the sun. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you must call your doctor immediately.