Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets

Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets is an antifungal medication. It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, hair, scalp, and nails. This medicine acts by inhibiting the growth of fungi responsible for the infection, thereby preventing its further spread.

Take Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets as advised by your doctor, at the prescribed dosage and duration. It is recommended to take this medicine with food, as this enhances its effect.

Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Grisofulvin acts by inhibiting the multiplication of the fungi, thus inhibits the growth of fungi cells and further spread of infection.

Directions for Use

• You should take this as advised by your doctor.
• Swallow Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets as a whole with a glass of water. Take this with meals for better results.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take a Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets during pregnancy?

You should not take Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets s during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the unborn baby. Avoid planning pregnancy if you have taken this medicine in the last month or your partner has taken it within the last 6 months. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning a pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets while breastfeeding?

There is limited information about the effect of Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets on breastfeeding or breast milk. Thus, it is advised to avoid taking this if you are a nursing mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed a Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets ?

If you experience drowsiness after taking this Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets, then avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with a Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets ?

You should not consume alcohol along with this medicine as it may increase the effect of alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are on diet, as this medicine should be taken with high-fat meals.
• You have known liver disease.
• You have any known medical conditions such as SLE.
• You have any blood-related disorder.
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Avoid direct exposure to sunlight light for a longer duration.
• Maintain personal hygiene while on this medicine.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to grisofulvin or any other ingredient of Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets .
• If you have any known blood-related disorder such as porphyria.
• If you have any liver disease.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you have an autoimmune disorder of tissues known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).

Side effects

• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Stomach discomfort

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets works, or Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking oral contraceptive medicines, blood thinners, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder.

Interactions with food items

High-fat meals increase the effectiveness of Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets.

Storage and disposal

• Store Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets at or below 25°C.
• Protect it from light and moisture.
• Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I stop taking Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets if my condition has improved?

No, you should not stop taking this medicine without informing your doctor. Always complete the course of treatment with this medicine, as incomplete treatment may result in treatment failure and increase the risk of re-infection.

My partner had a fungal infection recently and was prescribed Fungan Ds 250mg Tablets , can we plan pregnancy now?

• Male partners are advised to avoid planning a child while on this medicine. You can plan pregnancy only after 6 months of completing the treatment.
• If you are a female, you should refrain for at least one month after taking this medicine.