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Griseofulvin

6 known interactions
2 brand names

Indications

  • Tinea pedis
  • Dermatophyte infections of the skin, scalp, hair and nails where topical therapy has failed or is inappropriate
  • Tinea capitis caused byTrichophyton tonsurans

Drug Interactions

Moderate interactions

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Safety Information

🤰Pregnancy guidance available
🤱Breastfeeding guidance available
🫁Hepatic impairment guidance

Cautions

With topical use Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes...

Side Effects

Common or very common With oral use Diarrhoea; epigastric discomfort; headache; nausea; vomiting Uncommon With oral use Appetite decreased; confusion; coordination abnormal; dizziness; drowsiness; ins...

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Brand Names

Griseofulvin(IN)Grisovin(IN, PK, SA, AE, EG, ZA, NG)
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Source: MedNext Audited Proprietary Dataset

Last reviewed: 2026

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