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Grisactin 250 and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Grisactin 250 (griseofulvin).

Moderate

Griseofulvin Food

Moderate Food Interaction

MONITOR: Isolated case reports have suggested that the ingestion of alcohol during griseofulvin therapy may rarely cause disulfiram-like reactions, flushing, tachycardia, or increased effects of alcohol. The mechanism is unknown.

MANAGEMENT: Patients should be advised of the possibility of increased adverse effects or a disulfiram-like reaction.

References (3)
  1. "Product Information. Grifulvin V (griseofulvin)." Ortho McNeil Pharmaceutical
  2. (2002) "Product Information. Fulvicin P/G (griseofulvin)." Schering Corporation
  3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."

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Grisactin 250 drug interactions

There are 273 drug interactions with Grisactin 250 (griseofulvin).

Grisactin 250 disease interactions

There are 3 disease interactions with Grisactin 250 (griseofulvin) which include:

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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