Griseofulvin

Griseofulvin is an antibiotic prescribed orally to treat fungal diseases of the hair, skin and nails, such as dermatomycosis.

The mechanism of action of griseofulvin is to disrupt the process of fungal cell division, which leads to the death of fungal cells.

Griseofulvin is active against dermatophytes (fungi of the genus Trichophyton, Microsporum, Epidermophyton), yeast fungi of the genus Candida, mold fungi of the genus Aspergillus.

Possible side effects when using griseofulvin:

1. Headache
2. Skin rash
3. Digestive disorders (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea)

As a rule, side effects are mild and temporary.

Griseofulvin is available in tablets under the trade names Fulcin and Grisovin. The dosage and duration of treatment are determined by the doctor individually, depending on the type and severity of the fungal disease.

Griseofulvin is an antibiotic that is used to treat various fungal infections. It is given orally and is commonly used to treat infections of the skin, hair, and nails.

Griseofulvin works by inhibiting fungal cell wall synthesis, leading to cell death. It can be used to treat diseases such as ringworm, candidiasis and other fungal infections.

However, like many other medications, griseofulvin can cause side effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, and digestive problems. These side effects usually go away within a few days of starting treatment.

The trade names of griseofulvin are fulcin and grisovin. They are available in tablet form and can be used to treat a variety of infections, including ringworm and candidiasis.

Overall, griseofulvin is an effective medicine for treating fungal infections, but its use must be strictly controlled and only under medical supervision.