Griseofulvin and ichthyosis Patient Reports February 13, 2012

Griseofulvin Side Effects Report #4899071-8
Griseofulvin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from MOROCCO on Jan 17, 2006. Male patient, 63 years of age, was diagnosed with tinea capitis and was treated with Griseofulvin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: dermatitis exfoliative, ichthyosis. Griseofulvin dosage: 20 MG/KG DAILY, ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with PENICILLIN, METICILLIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.