ECOVIN Suspension 120ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Griseofulvin 125 mg
Manufacturer
Brinton Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT ECOVIN SUSPENSIONECOVIN SUSPENSION contains Griseofulvin, which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-fungals. It is used to manage fungal infections of the skin, hair or nails where topical therapy is not suitable or has failed to manage the condition. Avoid consumption of alcohol during management with ECOVIN SUSPENSION, as it may cause nausea, vomiting or flushing. Before taking ECOVIN SUSPENSION, inform your doctor if you have skin, liver or kidney problems or porphyria (which results from an increase in certain chemicals related to red blood cell proteins). ECOVIN SUSPENSION is not recommended for pregnant women. It is not known if this medicine passes into breast milk in breastfeeding women; therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. The most common
Uses
OF ECOVIN SUSPENSION Manage fungal infections (ringworm) of skin, hair and nails
How It Works
ECOVIN SUSPENSION inhibits the growth of fungi by binding to a part of the fungus causing the infection in the body. This stops the fungus from multiplying. It also manages fungus from spreading to new cells. These actions cause the fungal infection to shed completely.
Directions for Use
Take ECOVIN SUSPENSION as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking ECOVIN SUSPENSION are skin conditions like rashes. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen. USES OF ECOVIN SUSPENSION Manage fungal infections (ringworm) of skin, hair and nails HOW ECOVIN SUSPENSION WORKSECOVIN SUSPENSION inhibits the growth of fungi by binding to a part of the fungus causing the infection in the body. This stops the fungus from multiplying. It also manages fungus from spreading to new cells. These actions cause the fungal infection to shed completely. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake ECOVIN SUSPENSION as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF ECOVIN SUSPENSIONCOMMON hypersensitivity reactions (skin rashes and hives) RARE hypersensitivity reactions like painless swelling under the skin and erythema multiforme (a skin condition) excess protein in the urine nephrosis (an inflammatory kidney disease) leukopenia (lack of white blood cells) coagulopathy (impaired blood clotting) hepatitis (liver infection) increased levels of liver enzymes hyperbilirubinemia (raised blood levels of bilirubin) gastrointestinal bleeding
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYECOVIN SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in pregnant women or women who may become pregnant during> management. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGIt is unknown if ECOVIN SUSPENSION passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking ECOVIN SUSPENSION as it may cause nausea, vomiting, flushing, hast heartbeat or low blood pressure. KIDNEYPeriodic monitoring of kidney functions is required in patients taking ECOVIN SUSPENSION. LIVERECOVIN SUSPENSION is not recommended in patients with liver failure. Periodic monitoring of liver functions is required. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take ECOVIN SUSPENSION if you are allergic to Griseofulvin. OTHERSECOVIN SUSPENSION is not recommended for use if you: have porphyria (results from an increase in certain chemicals related to red blood cell proteins) Before taking ECOVIN SUSPENSION, inform your doctor if you: have Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (a rare painful skin and tissue disease) feel that your skin is becoming more sensitive to sunlight or ultraviolet (UV) light Use in Paediatrics: Safety of ECOVIN SUSPENSION in children (less than 2 years of age) has not been established. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking ECOVIN SUSPENSION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: medicines used to thin your blood (Ex. warfarin, clopidogrel) oral contraceptives (used to manage pregnancy) Ex. ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone ciclosporin (used after organ transplantation to manage organ rejection) salicylates (used to manage pain, fever or inflammation) Ex. aspirin barbiturates (used to manage fits or to induce sleep) Ex. phenobarbital, primidone medicines used to manage infections (Ex. penicillin) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of ECOVIN SUSPENSION, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Griseofulvin Pharmacological Category : Anti-fungal drugs Therapeutic Indication : Fungal infection Dosage Forms : Tablet, Suspension MORE INFORMATION Keep ECOVIN SUSPENSION out of reach from children Do not store above 25°C
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DETAILS Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
02 Dec 2022