Griseofulvin Tablets BP

COMPOSITION:

Each uncoated tablet contains:

Griseofulvin BP ……. 250 mg

Excipients ………………...… q.s.

INDICATION:

Griseofulvin Tablets areindicated for the treatment of dermatophyte infections of the skin notadequately treated by topical therapy, hair and nails

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION:

Adults:

500 mg daily

The dose can be increased to750 mg – 1 g depending upon the lesions

Children (2 years and above)

Dosage of 10 mg/kg daily

Duration of Treatment

Tinea Capitis: 4 – 6 weeks;Tinea Corporis: 2 – 4 weeks Tinea Pedis: 4 – 8 weeks; Fingernails: 4 months; Toenails:6 months