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Composition :

GRISEOFULVIN-500MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Ecovin 500 Tablet

Ecovin 500 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antifungals used to treat fungal infections of the skin like ringworm, jock itch, athlete’s foot, and fungal infections of nails and hair. Fungal infection is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another).

Ecovin 500 Tablet contains Griseofulvin which works by binding to the keratin (a protein that is formed in the cells of the skin, hair follicles, and nail bed) and inhibits the growth and multiplication of fungal cells. Thereby, it prevents newly grown keratin from being infected by fungal cells. The infected keratin dies and sheds from the body leaving new healthy keratin.

Take Ecovin 500 Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you need to take Ecovin 500 Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, diarrhoea, headache, and discomfort in the stomach. Most of these side effects of Ecovin 500 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Ecovin 500 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Ecovin 500 Tablet . Avoid or limit sun exposure while using Ecovin 500 Tablet as it may cause photosensitivity reactions (make the skin more sensitive to the sun’s UV rays). Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn. Do not take Ecovin 500 Tablet if you have porphyria (blood disorder), or liver failure.

Uses of Ecovin 500 Tablet

Fungal infections of skin, hair and nails

Directions for Use

Take Ecovin 500 Tablet with food to avoid stomach upset or as advised by the doctor. Swallow Ecovin 500 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Ecovin 500 Tablet is an antifungal that is primarily used to treat fungal infections of the skin, nails and hair. Keratin is a protein that is formed in the cells of the skin, hair follicles and nail bed. Ecovin 500 Tablet binds to keratin and inhibits the growth and multiplication of fungal cells. Thereby, it prevents newly grown keratin from being infected by fungal cells. The infected keratin dies and sheds from the body leaving new healthy keratin.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Griseofulvin or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Ecovin 500 Tablet . Avoid or limit sun exposure while using Ecovin 500 Tablet as it may cause photosensitivity reactions (make the skin more sensitive to the sun’s UV rays). Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn. If you have porphyria (blood disorder), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (an autoimmune disease) or severe liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Ecovin 500 Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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GriseofulvinRanolazine
Critical
GriseofulvinDesogestrel
Severe

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GriseofulvinRanolazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ecovin 500 Tablet:
When Ranolazine is taken with Ecovin 500 Tablet, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Ranolazine, which may make the medication ineffective or less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ecovin 500 Tablet with Ranolazine is not recommended, they can be taken together if advised by a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
GriseofulvinDesogestrel
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecovin 500 Tablet:
When Desogestrel is used with Ecovin 500 Tablet may decrease the effectiveness of Desogestrel.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Desogestrel with Ecovin 500 Tablet can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience abnormal menstruation, dryness of the vagina, or increased hot flushes or if you're looking for other birth control options, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
GriseofulvinDrospirenone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecovin 500 Tablet:
Using drospirenone together with Ecovin 500 Tablet may decrease the blood levels and effects of drospirenone.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ecovin 500 Tablet and Drospirenone together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience any of these symptoms like unexpected bleeding or abnormal bleeding, or if you think you might be pregnant while using birth control, it's important to contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
GriseofulvinNorethisterone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecovin 500 Tablet:
Taking Ecovin 500 Tablet with norethisterone may reduce blood levels and the effects of norethisterone.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Ecovin 500 Tablet and Norethisterone, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any of these symptoms like unexpected bleeding or abnormal bleeding, it's important to contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
GriseofulvinAminolevulinic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecovin 500 Tablet:
Aminolaevulinic acid sensitizes skin to bright sunlight and taking it with another medication that can have the same effect (i.e., photosensitivity) such as Ecovin 500 Tablet may increase chance of getting a serious sunburn.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ecovin 500 Tablet and Aminolaevulinic acid together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. After treatment, avoid exposing your eyes and skin to sunlight or intense interior lights for 48 hours. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
GriseofulvinEtonogestrel
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecovin 500 Tablet:
Taking Ecovin 500 Tablet with etonogestrel may reduce blood levels and the effects of etonogestrel.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Ecovin 500 Tablet and Etonogestrel, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any of these symptoms like unexpected bleeding or abnormal bleeding, or if you think you might be pregnant while using birth control, it's important to contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
GriseofulvinEverolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecovin 500 Tablet:
When Everolimus is taken with Ecovin 500 Tablet, it may decrease the blood levels of everolimus, which may make everolimus less effective in treating the condition.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Everolimus and Ecovin 500 Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
GriseofulvinMedroxyprogesterone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecovin 500 Tablet:
Taking Ecovin 500 Tablet with medroxyprogesterone may reduce blood levels and the effects of medroxyprogesterone.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ecovin 500 Tablet and Medroxyprogesterone, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any of these symptoms like unexpected bleeding or abnormal bleeding, or if you think you might be pregnant while using birth control, it's important to contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
GriseofulvinUlipristal
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecovin 500 Tablet:
When taken together the blood levels of ulipristal may be significantly decreased by Ecovin 500 Tablet, which might impair the effectiveness of the medicine in treating the disease.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Ecovin 500 Tablet and Ulipristal, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
GriseofulvinLevonorgestrel
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecovin 500 Tablet:
Using levonorgestrel with Ecovin 500 Tablet may reduce levonorgestrel blood levels and effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking levonorgestrel and Ecovin 500 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. If you use hormone replacement treatment(levonorgestrel) for menopause, consult the doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if you begin to bleed abnormally. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
  • In wet places such as changing rooms and gym showers, don’t walk barefoot to prevent fungal infections.
  • Do not scratch the affected area of the skin as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
  • Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
  • Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.
  • Avoid sun exposure while using Ecovin 500 Tablet as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn.

Habit Forming

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Therapeutic Class

ANTIFUNGALS

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FAQs

You are not recommended to take Ecovin 500 Tablet with warfarin as co-administration of these two medicines may change the effects of warfarin. Please consult a doctor if you experience dizziness, unusual bleeding or bruising, blood in urine or stools, vomiting or weakness. Also, contact your doctor before using Ecovin 500 Tablet with other medicines so that the dose may be adjusted accordingly.

Ecovin 500 Tablet may damage sperm. Therefore, it is not recommended to father a child while taking Ecovin 500 Tablet and for 6 months after stopping treatment with Ecovin 500 Tablet . It is advised to use effective contraceptive measures during this period to avoid pregnancy.

Ecovin 500 Tablet may increase the skin sensitivity to sunlight. Therefore, avoid or limit exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. You are advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while going out to prevent sunburn. However, if you notice any unusual sensitivity to the sun like a rash while using Ecovin 500 Tablet , please consult a doctor.

You are not recommended to take oral contraceptive pills with Ecovin 500 Tablet to prevent pregnancy as it may reduce the effect of oral contraceptive pills. Therefore, you are advised to use other contraceptive methods such as condoms to prevent pregnancy while taking Ecovin 500 Tablet , and for 4 weeks (in females) and 6 months (in males) after stopping treatment with Ecovin 500 Tablet .

Yes, fungal infection is a contagious skin condition which spreads from one person to another through direct skin-to-skin contact or by contact with contaminated soil/surfaces and infected animals. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid close direct contact until the infection is clear and avoid sharing things with the infected person as it can also spread the infection.

You are not recommended to stop using Ecovin 500 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may cause recurring infections. Therefore, take Ecovin 500 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Ecovin 500 Tablet , please consult your doctor.

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Disease/Condition Glossary

Fungal infection: It is a disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another). Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin or scalp that is contagious and causes a rash resembling a worm in a ring shape. Jock itch (also known as tinea cruris) is a fungal infection of the skin that causes an itchy, red rash in warm and moist areas of the body such as the groin, buttocks, and inner thighs. An athlete’s foot (also known as tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that usually starts between the toes, especially in people who have extremely sweaty feet and wear tight-fitting shoes. It occurs most commonly in athletes. It causes itching, burning, or stinging sensation due to a scaly rash.

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