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Medication: Griseofulvin

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Medication: Griseofulvin

Your dog has been prescribed griseofulvin for the treatment of a fungal skin infection called dermatophytosis. 

Keypoints: 
• Antifungal. 
• Contraindicated for use in pregnant animals. 
• Should not be handled by pregnant women.  
• Not licensed for use in dogs. Your veterinarian will advise you about the off-license use of this medication.  
• Ensure that the correct configuration of griseofulvin has been dispensed as dosing schemes are very different for each dosage form (e.g. microsize vs ultramicrosize). 
• Cats are particularly sensitive to the adverse effects of griseofulvin. 
• Dosage: once daily. 

This information sheet is designed to help answer commonly asked questions and help you give the medication safely and effectively to your pet. It does not contain all available information for this medication. If you have other questions or need more information, contact your veterinarian or pharmacist. 

Always follow the dosing instructions provided by your veterinarian.  

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