Griseofulvin (Systemic)
Brand Names : Fulvicin P/G, Fulvicin-U/F, Grifulvin V, Grisactin, Grisactin Ultra, Gris-PEG, Fulvicin U/F
CategoryDescriptionGriseofulvin (gri-see-oh-FUL-vin) belongs to the group
of medicines called antifungals. It is used to treat fungus infections of
the skin, hair, fingernails, and toenails. This medicine may be taken alone
or used along with medicines that are applied to the skin for fungus infections.
Griseofulvin is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage forms:
Oral
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Capsules (U.S.)
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Suspension (U.S.)
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Tablets (U.S. and Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
- Fulvicin P/G
- Fulvicin-U/F
- Grifulvin V
- Grisactin
- Grisactin Ultra
- Gris-PEG
In Canada -
Generic name product may be available in the U.S.
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