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What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking griseofulvin?

You cannot take griseofulvin if you

  • have ever had an allergic reaction to it,
  • have porphyria, or
  • have liver disease.

Talk to your doctor before taking griseofulvin if you have any of the conditions listed above.

Griseofulvin is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether griseofulvin will harm an unborn baby. In rare cases, the use of griseofulvin has been associated with conjoined twins. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.

It is also not known whether griseofulvin passes into breast milk. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Griseofulvin may affect sperm and sperm production. It is recommended that you avoid fathering a child during treatment with griseofulvin and for 6 months following therapy.

How should I take griseofulvin?

Take griseofulvin exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Take each dose with a full glass (8 ounces) of water.

Your doctor may recommend that you take griseofulvin with a fatty meal to increase its absorption into your body.

Take all of the griseofulvin that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may begin to improve before the infection is completely treated.

Shake the suspension well before measuring a dose. To ensure that you get a correct dose, measure the liquid form of griseofulvin with a dose-measuring spoon or cup, not with a regular tablespoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist where you can get one.

Store griseofulvin tablets, capsules, and suspension at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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