Rexavin Dosage & Drug Information

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Contents

Griseofulvin (micronized)

Indications/Uses

Fungal infection of the skin, scalp & nails (tinea corporis, pedis, cruris, barbae, capitis) not responsive to topical therapy.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult 500 mg daily as a single or in divided doses. More severe infections 750-1,000 mg daily in divided doses. Childn 10 mg/kg as a single or in divided doses. Duration: Tinea capitis: 4-6 wk; tinea corporis: 2-4 wk; tinea pedis: 4-8 wk; tinea unguium: At least for 4 mth (finger nail) or 6 mth (toe nail).

Administration

Should be taken with food: Take immediately after meals.

Contraindications

Porphyria, liver cell damage, lupus erythematosus. Pregnancy.

Special Precautions

Long-term use. Cross-sensitivity reactions to other penicillins. Avoid direct sunlight/UV exposure.

Adverse Reactions

Skin rash, uriticaria, angioneurotic edema, epidermal necrosis (Lyell's syndrome), dry mouth, sensation of epigastrium pressure, headache, fatigue, dizziness, insomnia, mental confusion, paraesthesia of extremities, lupus erythematosus.

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Drug Interactions

Warfarin, barbiturates, OC.

MIMS Class

Antifungals

ATC Classification

D01BA01 - griseofulvin ; Belongs to the class of antifungals for systemic use.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Rexavin caplet 125 mg

Packing/Price

10 × 10's

Form

Rexavin caplet 500 mg

Packing/Price

10 × 10's (Rp277,299/boks)

Rexavin

griseofulvin

Manufacturer:

Ifars