Grisofulvin 250mg Tablet (Griseofulvin 250mg)

What is griseofulvin?

Griseofulvin oral tablet is a prescription drug that’s available as the brand name drug Gris-PEG. It’s also available as a generic drug. Generic drugs usually cost less than the brand-name version. In some cases, they may not be available in all strengths or forms as the brand-name drug.

Griseofulvin also comes as an oral liquid suspension.

Why it’s used

Griseofulvin oral tablet is used to treat fungal infections that can affect different parts of your body. These include your hair, nails, and skin.

How it works

Griseofulvin belongs to a class of drugs called antifungal agents. A class of drugs is a group of medications that work in a similar way. These drugs are often used to treat similar conditions.

This drug works by binding to a part of the fungus causing the infection in your body. This stops the fungus from multiplying. This drug also prevents fungus from spreading to new cells. These actions cause the infection to die off.

Griseofulvin Side effects

Griseofulvin oral tablet doesn’t cause drowsiness. However, it can cause other side effects.

More common side effects

The more common side effects of griseofulvin can include:

rash
numbness or tingling in your hands or feet
yeast infections in your mouth
stomach pain
diarrhea
heartburn
nausea
vomiting
dizziness
headache
trouble sleeping
confusion
If these effects are mild, they may go away within a few days or a couple of weeks. If they’re more severe or don’t go away, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Serious side effects
Call your doctor right away if you have serious side effects. Call 911 if your symptoms feel life-threatening or if you think you’re having a medical emergency. Serious side effects and their symptoms can include the following:

Severe skin allergic reaction. Symptoms can include:
swelling of your face or tongue
hives
skin blisters or peeling
fever
Liver damage. Symptoms can include:
bruising more easily than normal
tiredness
weakness
stomach pain
loss of appetite
yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes
Disclaimer: Our goal is to provide you with the most relevant and current information. However, because drugs affect each person differently, we cannot guarantee that this information includes all possible side effects. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always discuss possible side effects with a healthcare provider who knows your medical history.

Griseofulvin may interact with other medications
Griseofulvin oral tablet can interact with other medications, vitamins, or herbs you may be taking. An interaction is when a substance changes the way a drug works. This can be harmful or prevent the drug from working well.

To help avoid interactions, your doctor should manage all of your medications carefully. Be sure to tell your doctor about all medications, vitamins, or herbs you’re taking. To find out how griseofulvin oral tablet might interact with something else you’re taking, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Interactions that can make your drugs less effective
When certain drugs are used with griseofulvin, these other drugs may not work as well. This is because the amount of these drugs in your body may be decreased. Examples of these drugs include:

Warfarin: Your doctor may increase your dosage of warfarin while you’re taking griseofulvin.
Birth control pills: Your doctor may have you use a second form of birth control that works better. You should not get pregnant during your treatment with this drug.
Cyclosporine: Your doctor may increase your dosage of cyclosporine while you’re taking griseofulvin.
Salicylates such as aspirin and magnesium salicylate