Griseofulvin is used for: Dermatophytosis.
Recorded in the NepalDoc medicine catalog for Griseofulvin.
INDICASTIONS AND USAGE Griseofulvin tablets, USP are indicated for the treatment of dermatophyte infections of the skin not adequately treated by topical therapy, hair and nails…
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Griseofulvin. Full label: DailyMed.
INDICASTIONS AND USAGE Griseofulvin tablets, USP are indicated for the treatment of dermatophyte infections of the skin not adequately treated by topical therapy, hair and nails, namely: Tinea corporis Tinea pedis Tinea cruris Tinea barbae Tinea capitis Tinea unguium when caused by one or more of the following species of fungi: Epidermophyton floccosum Microsporum audouinii Microsporum canis Microsporum gypseum Trichophyton crateriform Trichophyton gallinae Trichophyton interdigitalis Trichophyton megnini Trichophyton mentagrophytes Trichophyton rubrum Trichophyton schoenleini Trichophyton sulphureum Trichophyton tonsurans Trichophyton verrucosum Note: Prior to therapy, a dermatophyte should be identified as responsible for the infection. Prior to initiating treatment, appropriate specimens for laboratory testing (KOH preparation, fungal culture, or nail biopsy) should be obtained to confirm the diagnosis.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Griseofulvin. Full label: DailyMed.
Accurate diagnosis of the infecting organism is essential. Identification should be made either by direct microscopic examination of a mounting of infected tissue in a solution of potassium hydroxide or by culture on an appropriate medium. Medication must be continued until the infecting organism is completely eradicated as indicated by appropriate clinical or laboratory examination.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Griseofulvin — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Griseofulvin is contraindicated in patients with porphyria or hepatocellular failure, and in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to griseofulvin. Griseofulvin may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Two published cases of conjoined twins have been reported in patients taking griseofulvin during the first trimester of pregnancy, therefore, griseofulvin is contraindicated in women who are or may become pregnant during treatment.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Griseofulvin. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Prophylactic Usage Safety and efficacy of griseofulvin for prophylaxis of fungal infections have not been established. Serious Skin Reactions Severe skin reactions (e.g. Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis) and erythema multiforme have been reported with griseofulvin use. These reactions may be serious and may result in hospitalization or death. If severe skin reactions occur, griseofulvin should be discontinued (see ADVERSE REACTIONS section). Hepatotoxicity Elevations in AST, ALT, bilirubin, and jaundice have been reported with griseofulvin use.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Griseofulvin — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
There have been post-marketing reports of severe skin and hepatic adverse events associated with griseofulvin use (see WARNINGS section). When adverse reactions occur, they are most commonly of the hypersensitivity type, such as skin rashes, urticaria, and rarely, angioneurotic edema, and erythema multiforme. These may necessitate withdrawal of therapy and appropriate countermeasures.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Griseofulvin — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
12 brands · 5 makers in the NepalDoc catalog — see the full Griseofulvin guide →
Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)..
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Griseofulvin.
What is Dermonorm?
Dermonorm 250mg Tablet is a Griseofulvin medicine made by Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It comes as 250mg Tablet.
What is Dermonorm used for?
Griseofulvin is used for Dermatophytosis.
What is the generic name of Dermonorm?
The generic name of Dermonorm is Griseofulvin.
Which brands of Griseofulvin are available in Nepal?
12 brands of Griseofulvin are listed in the NepalDoc catalog, from 5 makers — including Afluvin 250mg Tablet, Afulvin 250mg Tablet, Dermonorm 500mg Tablet, Gidifulvin 125mg Tablet, Gidifulvin 250mg Tablet, Gidifulvin 500mg Tablet.
What are the side effects of Griseofulvin?
There have been post-marketing reports of severe skin and hepatic adverse events associated with griseofulvin use (see WARNINGS section). When adverse reactions occur, they are most commonly of the hypersensitivity type, such as skin rashes, urticaria, and rarely, angioneurotic edema, and erythema multiforme.
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