Grifulvin V
This medicine is indicated for dermatophyte fungal infections utilized to alleviate skin conditions and support healing of systemic fungal colonies.
- Category
- Antifungals
- Active ingredient
- Griseofulvin
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 250mg
Grifulvin V details
- Conditions
- Tinea Capitis · Tinea Corporis · Tinea Pedis
- Alternative names
- Fulicin
- Therapeutic class
- Antifungal
- Pharmacological class
- Benzofuran derivative
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to griseofulvin; severe liver disease; porphyria
- Precautions and warnings
- avoid prolonged sun and UV exposure; regular liver function monitoring
- Minor side effects
- headache; nausea; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- rash; fatigue; dizziness
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Amdipharm
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 4–8 weeks
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature away from light.
- Drug interactions
- Alcohol; Warfarin
- Age restrictions
- Use as directed by a specialist.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Must not be used. Breastfeeding: Consult a physician.
Serious side effects
hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention; Stevens-Johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
This medicine is indicated for dermatophyte fungal infections utilized to alleviate skin conditions and support healing of systemic fungal colonies.
Mechanism of action
Griseofulvin inhibits fungal cell mitosis by binding to microtubular proteins and disrupting the mitotic spindle, preventing fungal growth.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Grifulvin V
Grifulvin V contains griseofulvin, an antifungal medication used to treat fungal skin and scalp infections including Tinea Capitis, Tinea Corporis and Tinea Pedis. The same active ingredient is also sold as Fulicin, manufactured by Amdipharm and supplied as a tablet in 250mg strength. This medication helps manage persistent fungal skin conditions.
Buying Grifulvin V online
Grifulvin V is registered across 13 markets including Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea, with availability also in Japan, the UAE and Singapore. It is one of the more frequently ordered items for fungal skin management across the region, where generic griseofulvin often provides a more affordable path than the original brand. We provide this medication to expats and residents throughout these areas who require a reliable supply when local retail options are difficult to locate.