Grisactin
Griseofulvin 250mg tablets, used for dermatophytosis. It settles into keratin precursor cells, which then resist fungal invasion as they grow out.
- Category
- Antifungals
- Active ingredient
- Griseofulvin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 250mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Grisactin on your behalf.
- Condition
- Dermatophytosis
- Alternative names
- Fulcin
- Therapeutic class
- Antifungal
- Pharmacological class
- Benzofuran
- Minor side effects
- nausea; diarrhoea; headache; fatigue
- Moderate side effects
- rash; urticaria
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Wyeth
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 4–8 weeks
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light.
- Drug interactions
- Alcohol; Warfarin; Oral contraceptives; Ciclosporin
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in children.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to griseofulvin; porphyria; severe hepatic impairment; systemic lupus erythematosus
Precautions and warnings
avoid pregnancy during treatment and for one month after; caution in patients with liver disease; regular monitoring of blood counts and liver function recommended
Serious side effects
hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention; leukopenia, requires immediate medical attention; photosensitivity, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Griseofulvin 250mg tablets, used for dermatophytosis. It settles into keratin precursor cells, which then resist fungal invasion as they grow out.
Mechanism of action
Griseofulvin works by depositing itself within keratin precursor cells, making them resistant to fungal invasion. It inhibits fungal cell mitosis by disrupting the mitotic spindle, effectively stopping the growth and replication of dermatophyte fungi such as Trichophyton, Microsporum, and Epidermophyton species.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Strictly contraindicated. Breastfeeding: Not recommended due to lack of safety data.
Grisactin is a recognised brand of griseofulvin, an active ingredient used in the management of dermatophytosis. The medication is also sold under names such as Fulcin, offered in a tablet form at a strength of 250mg. Originally produced by Wyeth, these tablets remain a consistent option for patients seeking specific treatment for their fungal conditions.
Buying Grisactin online
Generic griseofulvin, much of it produced in India, is far more affordable than the original brand.
What you will receive
Grisactin is the originator brand name, made by Wyeth. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Wyeth and do not ship the original Grisactin.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Griseofulvin) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.