Griseofulvin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Griseofulvin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Griseofulvin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Griseofulvin safe for pregnant women?
Griseofulvin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Griseofulvin without medical advice.
Is the use of Griseofulvin safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Griseofulvin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Griseofulvin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Griseofulvin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Griseofulvin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Griseofulvin on the Liver?
Griseofulvin has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Griseofulvin on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Griseofulvin for the heart.
Griseofulvin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Griseofulvin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Griseofulvin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Griseofulvin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Griseofulvin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Griseofulvin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Griseofulvin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Griseofulvin
Griseofulvin may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Griseofulvin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Griseofulvin.
No, Griseofulvin does not treat bacterial infection. It is an antifungal medicine and can treat only fungal infection.
No, Griseofulvin does not require refrigeration, you should keep the medicine at room temperature and protect it from direct sunlight.
No, Griseofulvin does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss about it with your doctor.
The Griseofulvin is highly sensitivity toward light, therefore you should avoid going out during day time.
Yes, Griseofulvin 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
