Monograph Details
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Infections & Infestations
> Fungal infections
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GRIFULVIN V |
| Manufacturer |
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Ortho Neutrogena Corporation |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Generic Name |
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Griseofulvin (microsize) 500mg; scored tabs. |
| Also |
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• GRIFULVIN V SUSPENSION
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| Indications |
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Ringworm infections of the skin, hair, and nails. |
| Children |
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30–50lbs: 125–250mg daily. Over 50lbs: 250–500mg daily. |
| Adults |
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500mg daily; max 1g daily. |
| Contraindications |
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Porphyria. Hepatocellular failure. Pregnancy. |
| Precautions |
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Continue therapy until infection is eradicated. Periodic monitoring of renal, hepatic, and hematopoietic functions. Discontinue if granulocytopenia occurs. Penicillin sensitivity. Avoid exposure to sunlight or UV light. Nursing mothers. |
| Interactions |
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Antagonizes oral contraceptives, oral anticoagulants. Antagonized by barbiturates. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Oral thrush, GI distress, dizziness, confusion, peripheral neuritis, photosensitivity, granulocytopenia, leukopenia, proteinuria, lupus-like syndrome. |
| How Supplied |
Tabs—100, 500
Susp—120mL |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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