Griseofulvin
Generic Name: griseofulvin
Brand names: Fulvicin P/G, Fulvicin U/F, Grifulvin V, Gris-PEG, Grisactin 250, Grisactin 500, Grisactin Ultra, Griseofulicin, Griseofulvic What is griseofulvin?Griseofulvin is an antifungal medication. It is like an antibiotic but is used to treat fungal infections. Griseofulvin is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, hair, and nails such as jock itch, athlete's foot, and barber's itch. Griseofulvin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. What is the most important information I should know about griseofulvin?Take all of the griseofulvin that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may begin to improve before the infection is completely treated. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. Griseofulvin increases sensitivity to sunlight, and severe burning may result. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking griseofulvin?You cannot take griseofulvin if you Talk to your doctor before taking griseofulvin if you have any of the conditions listed above. Griseofulvin is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether griseofulvin will harm an unborn baby. In rare cases, the use of griseofulvin has been associated with conjoined twins. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is also not known whether griseofulvin passes into breast milk. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Griseofulvin may affect sperm and sperm production. It is recommended that you avoid fathering a child during treatment with griseofulvin and for 6 months following therapy.
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