Bifine 1% Cream
Manufacturer
Archicare Limited
Salt Composition
Terbinafine (1% w/w)
Key Information
Short Description
Bifine 1% Cream is used to treat a wide range of fungal infections of the skin and nails, including ringworm.
Dosage Form
Cream
Introduction
Bifine 1% Cream is an antifungal medication that treats skin infections. It works by killing the fungi on the skin by destroying their cell membrane. It is used to treat a wide range of fungal infections of the skin and nails, including ringworm.
Directions for Use
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying unless hands are the affected area.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
No interaction found/established
Breastfeeding Warning
Bifine 1% Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Bifine 1% Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Amisulpride Aripiprazole Chlorpromazine Cilostazol
How it works
Bifine 1% Cream is an antifungal medication that treats skin infections. It works by killing the fungi on the skin by destroying their cell membrane.
Quick Tips
Bifine 1% Cream helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It can take a few weeks for the infection to clear and a few months before the skin returns to its normal color. Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin. It can make your skin more sensitive to sun. Use broad-spectrum sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bifine 1% Cream?
Bifine 1% Cream is a medication used to treat superficial fungal infections such as athlete’s foot, ringworm, and jock itch. It also helps to treat fungal skin infections like pityriasis (tinea versicolor), which causes white or dark pigmentation on the face, neck, chest, arms, or legs. It acts by killing the causative fungus, thereby treating the infection.
How long does it take for Bifine 1% Cream to work on the skin?
Bifine 1% Cream is an antifungal medicine that works on the skin and cures fungal skin infections. The usual dosage of Bifine 1% Cream is once or twice daily. The duration of treatment varies from 1 to 2 weeks depending on the type of fungal skin infection. The doctor may even extend the duration of therapy depending upon the person’s response to the medication. You will see noticeable results within a few days, but you still need to continue the medication for the prescribed duration to cure the fungal infection completely. Do not stop using it without completing the course.
How do we apply Bifine 1% Cream on the skin?
Clean and dry the affected skin properly. Then, apply a thin layer of Bifine 1% Cream on and around the affected skin gently. Do not cover the area after applying the cream unless specified by the doctor. However, if the infection is present under the breasts, between the fingers, buttocks, or in the groin, then the cream should be applied properly and the skin may be covered with a sterile dressing. Avoid getting the medicine into the eyes, nose, or mouth. Inform your doctor in case of any signs of increased irritation, redness, itching, burning, blistering, swelling, or oozing.
How long can I use Bifine 1% Cream?
Bifine 1% Cream usually takes a few days to relieve the symptoms. But, since fungal infections affect multiple layers of the skin, you may need to continue the medication for the prescribed duration to get cured completely. For various fungal infections, the duration of treatment varies from 1 to 2 weeks and can be extended up to 4 weeks. Irregular use or stopping the treatment before the prescribed time increases the risk of relapse of the infection. In case you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms within the prescribed duration, kindly consult your doctor immediately.
Is Bifine 1% Cream safe in children?
Bifine 1% Cream has been approved for use only in people above 12 years of age. The safety of the medication has not been approved in children. Refrain from using it in children less than 12 years of age unless prescribed by the doctor.
I feel better now. Can I stop using Bifine 1% Cream?
No, do not stop taking Bifine 1% Cream without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
