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Griseofulvin is taken as a pill (orally).
You take it once or twice a day for 2 to 6 weeks.
Griseofulvin inhibits the growth of fungi.
Griseofulvin is used to treat
ringworm of the skin, especially if ringworm has not
cleared after using topical medication or when ringworm rash is
widespread.
Griseofulvin is an effective treatment for ringworm of the
skin.
You should take it with fatty foods for better absorption in the
body.
- Stomach
upset
- Headaches
- Increased sensitivity of skin to
sunlight (photosensitivity)
See Drug Reference for a full list of side effects. (Drug Reference
is not available in all systems.)
If you are taking antifungal pills, your doctor may monitor your
blood count and liver and kidney function during treatment to watch for any
adverse side effects. This may not be necessary in healthy children.
- Pregnant women, people with certain diseases
such as
lupus, and people who are allergic to penicillin
should not take griseofulvin.
- You should not take griseofulvin with some other medications,
such as birth control pills or blood thinners. Let your doctor know what other
medications you are taking.
Complete the
new medication information form (PDF) 
(What is a PDF document?)
to help you understand this medication.
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