Fulvicin
Griseofulvin 250mg tablets, used for dermatophytosis, tinea capitis, tinea corporis and onychomycosis. It deposits in keratin precursor cells.
- 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 Fulvicin on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Dermatophytosis · Tinea Capitis · Tinea Corporis · Onychomycosis
- Alternative names
- Fulcin; Fulicin; Grifulvin; Grisovin; Likuden
- Therapeutic class
- Antifungal
- Pharmacological class
- Benzofuran
- Precautions and warnings
- avoid direct sunlight exposure; complete the full course of treatment
- Minor side effects
- headache; nausea; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- rash; fatigue; insomnia
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Schering-Plough
- Onset time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 4–8 weeks
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature. Keep container closed.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; warfarin; oral contraceptives
- Age restrictions
- Available for children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Not recommended. Breastfeeding: Consult doctor.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to griseofulvin; porphyria; severe hepatic impairment; pregnancy
Serious side effects
hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention; lupus erythematosus, requires immediate medical attention; neutropaenia, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Griseofulvin 250mg tablets, used for dermatophytosis, tinea capitis, tinea corporis and onychomycosis. It deposits in keratin precursor cells.
Mechanism of action
Griseofulvin is an antifungal agent that deposits in keratin precursor cells. It inhibits fungal cell mitosis by disrupting the mitotic spindle structure, effectively stopping the invasion of skin, hair, and nails by fungal organisms.
Fulvicin is a well-known brand of Griseofulvin, an agent used to treat Dermatophytosis, Tinea Capitis and Tinea Corporis. The same active ingredient is sold under names such as Fulcin, Fulicin, Grifulvin and Grisovin. This medicine is available as a tablet in 250mg strength.
Buying Fulvicin online
Expats and residents who require generic Griseofulvin often find that these options, much of which are manufactured in India, offer a far more affordable solution than the original brand. This makes it a popular product to order online for reliable delivery across the region, particularly for those living far from a local supplier.
Is Fulvicin the original brand?
Yes, Fulvicin is the originator brand name, made by Schering-Plough. Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine; what you receive is a generic with the same active ingredient (griseofulvin) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
What is the price of Fulvicin?
It depends on the strength and pack. Fulvicin comes in a 250mg strength, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What are other brand names for griseofulvin?
Other brands of griseofulvin include Fulcin, Fulicin, Grisovin and Likuden. On Yasabai the same ingredient comes as Grisactin, Grifulvin V and Grifulvin.
What does Fulvicin treat?
Fulvicin contains griseofulvin, used for dermatophytosis, tinea capitis, tinea corporis and onychomycosis. Griseofulvin is an antifungal agent that deposits in keratin precursor cells.
How quickly does Fulvicin work?
Griseofulvin usually starts to work within 2 to 4 weeks. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What side effects can Fulvicin cause?
The common side effects of griseofulvin are headache, nausea and diarrhoea. Less common ones include rash, fatigue and insomnia. Serious but less common side effects include hepatotoxicity, lupus erythematosus and neutropaenia, which need urgent medical attention.
Can I drink alcohol with Fulvicin?
Alcohol can interact with griseofulvin, so check with a doctor or pharmacist before you drink while taking Fulvicin. It can also interact with warfarin and oral contraceptives.
Can I buy Fulvicin over the counter in Thailand?
Yes. In Thailand griseofulvin is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I order Fulvicin online for delivery in Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Fulvicin is the originator brand name, made by Schering-Plough. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Schering-Plough and do not ship the original Fulvicin.
- 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.