Ulvin 500 Tablet
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Product introduction
Ulvin 500 Tablet is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, nails, scalp, or hair. This medicine is usually used when other medicines have failed to clear up the infection or are not appropriate. It kills the fungi and prevents them from growing on your skin.
Ulvin 500 Tablet is used in treating various fungus infections
Ulvin 500 Tablet is used in treating various fungus infections
Uses of Ulvin Tablet
Benefits of Ulvin Tablet
In Fungal infections
Ulvin 500 Tablet works by killing and stopping the growth of fungus that is causing the infection. It helps treat infections of the skin, nails, hair, or scalp. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Ulvin Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ulvin
- Headache
- Skin rash
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
How to use Ulvin Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ulvin 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ulvin 500 Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Ulvin 500 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ulvin 500 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ulvin 500 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ulvin 500 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ulvin 500 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Ulvin 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ulvin 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Ulvin 500 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. Regular monitoring of liver function test may be advised while the patient is taking this medicine.
Use of Ulvin 500 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. Regular monitoring of liver function test may be advised while the patient is taking this medicine.
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Quick tips
- Take it with food to help your body absorb the medicine.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Ulvin 500 Tablet may cause dizziness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Ulvin 500 Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and headaches.
- It can make you more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.
- It can make birth control pills less effective. Use an additional method of contraception while taking Ulvin 500 Tablet.
- Do not take Ulvin 500 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzofurans derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Antifungal Others
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Ulvin 500 Tablet
Once A Day
53%
Twice A Day
45%
Alternate Day
1%
Four Times A *
1%
Thrice A Day
1%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Ulvin Tablet for?
Fungal infect*
83%
Others
17%
*Fungal infections
How much was the improvement?
Poor
75%
Excellent
17%
Average
8%
What were the side-effects while using Ulvin 500 Tablet?
Numbness
50%
Muscle pain
50%
How do you take Ulvin Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Ulvin 500 Tablet on price
Not Expensive
100%
FAQs
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Ulvin 500 Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Ulvin 500 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. Is Ulvin 500 Tablet effective?
Ulvin 500 Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Ulvin 500 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Is Ulvin 500 Tablet a steroid?
No, Ulvin 500 Tablet is not a steroid. It is a medicine that is used to kill a wide variety of infection-causing fungus. It is applied on the affected skin or nails to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails.
Q. Can Ulvin 500 Tablet cause any local reaction or rashes?
Yes, the use of Ulvin 500 Tablet may cause allergic reactions, but the probability is unknown. Such allergic reaction is not very common and is likely to occur in only susceptible or sensitive individuals. Immediately contact your doctor if you experience such reactions.
Q. Is Ulvin 500 Tablet safe?
Ulvin 500 Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
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