Drug Name:Griseofulvin
Drug Class:Antifungal
Mechanism of Action:
  • Inhibits fungal cell division by binding to microtubules and preventing mitosis
Use:
  • Treatment of dermatophyte infections such as ringworm, jock itch, and athlete's foot
Side Effects:
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Photosensitivity
  • Rash
  • Hepatotoxicity
Contraindications:
  • Pregnancy
  • Breastfeeding
  • Porphyria
  • Hepatic dysfunction
  • Systemic lupus erythematosus
Specialty:
  • Dermatology
  • Infectious Disease