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About Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's

Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's 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).

Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's 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 Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you need to take Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, diarrhoea, headache, and discomfort in the stomach. Most of these side effects of Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's 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 Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's 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 Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's. Avoid or limit sun exposure while using Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's 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 Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's if you have porphyria (blood disorder), or liver failure.

Uses of Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's

Fungal infections of skin, hair and nails

Directions for Use

Take Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's with food to avoid stomach upset or as advised by the doctor. Swallow Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's 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. Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's 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

Side Effects of Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Discomfort in the stomach

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 Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's. Avoid or limit sun exposure while using Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's 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 Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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GriseofulvinRanolazine
Critical
GriseofulvinEthinylestradiol
Severe

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

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Profulvin 500mg 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.
GriseofulvinEthinylestradiol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Profulvin 500mg Tablet:
Taking ethinyl estradiol with Profulvin 500mg Tablet may reduce blood levels and the effects of ethinyl estradiol.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ethinylestradiol and Profulvin 500mg Tablet together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you use hormone replacement therapy (ethinyl estradiol) for menopause, inform a doctor if your symptoms are no longer controlled or if you deal with unusual bleeding. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
GriseofulvinMedroxyprogesterone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Profulvin 500mg Tablet:
Taking Profulvin 500mg 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 Profulvin 500mg 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.
GriseofulvinNorethisterone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Profulvin 500mg Tablet:
Taking Profulvin 500mg Tablet with norethisterone may reduce blood levels and the effects of norethisterone.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Profulvin 500mg 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.
GriseofulvinEverolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Profulvin 500mg Tablet:
When Everolimus is taken with Profulvin 500mg 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 Profulvin 500mg Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
GriseofulvinAminolevulinic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Profulvin 500mg 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 Profulvin 500mg Tablet may increase chance of getting a serious sunburn.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Profulvin 500mg 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.
GriseofulvinDesogestrel
Severe
How does the drug interact with Profulvin 500mg Tablet:
When Desogestrel is used with Profulvin 500mg Tablet may decrease the effectiveness of Desogestrel.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Desogestrel with Profulvin 500mg 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.
GriseofulvinEtonogestrel
Severe
How does the drug interact with Profulvin 500mg Tablet:
Taking Profulvin 500mg Tablet with etonogestrel may reduce blood levels and the effects of etonogestrel.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Profulvin 500mg 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.
GriseofulvinUlipristal
Severe
How does the drug interact with Profulvin 500mg Tablet:
When taken together the blood levels of ulipristal may be significantly decreased by Profulvin 500mg 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 Profulvin 500mg 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 Profulvin 500mg Tablet:
Using levonorgestrel with Profulvin 500mg Tablet may reduce levonorgestrel blood levels and effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking levonorgestrel and Profulvin 500mg 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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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 Profulvin 500mg Tablet 10's 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.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTIFUNGALS

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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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