Fulvinem: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fulvinem Information

Fulvinem is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Other than this, Fulvinem has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Fulvinem depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Fulvinem have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Fulvinem are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Fulvinem has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Fulvinem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fulvinem related warnings section.

Fulvinem is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Fulvinem have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Fulvinem have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Fulvinem, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Fulvinem Benefits & Uses
Fulvinem Dosage & How to Take
Fulvinem Side Effects
Fulvinem Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Fulvinem with Other Drugs
Fulvinem Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Fulvinem
Fulvinem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Fulvinem Benefits & Uses

Fulvinem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)

Other Benefits

Nail Fungus
Tinea Versicolor
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)

Fulvinem Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for microsize formulation, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for microsize formulation, for course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for microsize formulation, for course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for microsize formulation, for course duration follow doctor's advice

Fulvinem Related Warnings

Is the use of Fulvinem safe for pregnant women?

Fulvinem can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Fulvinem safe during breastfeeding?

Fulvinem may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Fulvinem on the Kidneys?

Fulvinem may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fulvinem on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Fulvinem on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Fulvinem on the Heart?

Using Fulvinem does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fulvinem with Other Drugs

Fulvinem should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Warfarin

Moderate

Caffeine

Phenobarbital

Aspirin

Fulvinem Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fulvinem unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Fulvinem

Is this Fulvinem habit forming or addictive?

Fulvinem does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Fulvinem you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Fulvinem should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Fulvinem is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Fulvinem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fulvinem

Fulvinem may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Fulvinem

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fulvinem with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fulvinem

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Fulvinem on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Fulvinem should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Fulvinem cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Fulvinem may cause difficulty in breathing if taken more than prescribed amount. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you must call your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fulvinem treat bacterial infections?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Fulvinem does not treat bacterial infection. It is an antifungal medicine and can treat only fungal infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Fulvinem with milk or juice ?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Yes, you can take Fulvinem with a glass of juice, milk or water.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Fulvinem?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Fulvinem is a brand name of griseofulvin and it is available in the form of tablet, topical solution, cream, and suspension. It belongs to the class of medicine called Antifungal antibiotic. It is a prescription drug that is used to treat skin infections such as jock itch, athlete's foot, and ringworm and fungal infections of the scalp, fingernails, and toenails.