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Gris-Peg (Griseofulvin)
125mg 30 tablets |
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Gris-Peg (Griseofulvin)
125mg 60 tablets |
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Gris-Peg (Griseofulvin)
125mg 90 tablets |
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The
following information is intended to supplement, not
substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be
construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare
professional before using this drug.
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Gris-Peg /Griseofulvin Use Indication:
Gris-Peg
/Griseofulvin comes as a tablet, capsule, and liquid to take by mouth.
It is usually taken once a day or can be taken two to four times a day.
Although your symptoms may get better in a few days, you will have to
take Gris-Peg /Griseofulvin for a long time before the infection is
completely gone. It is usually taken for 2 to 4 weeks for skin
infections, 4 to 6 weeks for hair and scalp infections, 4 to 8 weeks for
foot infections, 3 to 4 months for fingernail infections, and at least 6
months for toenail infections. Follow the directions on your
prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to
explain any part you do not understand. Take griseofulvin exactly as
directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than
prescribed by your doctor.
Shake the liquid well before each use to mix the medication evenly.
Continue to take Gris-Peg even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Gris-Peg
/Griseofulvin without talking to your doctor.
Gris-Peg /Griseofulvin
Medication Side Effects:
Although side
effects from Gris-Peg /Griseofulvin are not common, they can occur. Tell
your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
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headache
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upset stomach
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vomiting
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diarrhea or loose stools
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thirst
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fatigue
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dizziness
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faintness
If you experience any of the following
symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
Precautions on using Gris-Peg /Griseofulvin Medication
Before taking Gris-Peg /Griseofulvin,
tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to griseofulvin,
penicillin, or any other drugs.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription
medications you are taking, especially anticoagulants ('blood thinners')
such as warfarin (Coumadin), oral contraceptives, cyclosporine (Neoral,
Sandimmune), phenobarbital (Luminal), and vitamins.
tell your doctor if you have or have ever had liver disease, porphyria,
lupus, or a history of alcohol abuse.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are
breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Gris-Peg
/Griseofulvin, call your doctor.
tell your doctor if you drink alcohol.
you should plan to avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight
and to wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Gris-Peg may
make your skin sensitive to sunlight.
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