Leafine 500mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Lifevision Healthcare
Salt Composition
Terbinafine (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Leafine 500mg Tablet is an antifungal medication used to treat a wide range of fungal infections of the skin and nails, including ringworm.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Leafine 500mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It is used to treat a wide range of fungal infections of the skin and nails, including ringworm. It works by killing the fungi that cause the infection.
Directions for Use
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. Leafine 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Leafine 500mg Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Quick Tips
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Leafine 500mg Tablet safe for use in patients with liver cirrhosis?
Oral intake of Leafine 500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with chronic or active liver disease. Your doctor may prescribe a liver function test to check whether the liver is functioning effectively or not. It is essential to inform your doctor if you have any liver disease or cirrhosis, as this can affect the medication's metabolism and increase the risk of side effects and toxicity. Your doctor may suggest periodic monitoring of liver function tests and make dose adjustments accordingly.
Does Leafine 500mg Tablet cause any skin reactions?
Yes, sensitive individuals may develop skin reactions while using Leafine 500mg Tablet. Rarely, severe skin/hypersensitivity reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and other severe skin reactions have been reported. It is crucial to consult your physician before taking this medication and to stop it immediately and report to the doctor if you experience any skin reaction or rash.
Is Leafine 500mg Tablet effective?
Leafine 500mg Tablet is effective as an antifungal medicine when used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It is essential not to stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition, as this may lead to the fungus continuing to grow and the infection returning or worsening.
How long do I need to take Leafine 500mg Tablet?
The usual duration of treatment for Tinea pedis, Tinea corporis, and Tinea cruris is about 2 to 4 weeks, which may sometimes be extended to 6 weeks. For fungal infections of nails, the duration of treatment usually varies from 6 to 12 weeks, with fingernail infections typically taking 6 weeks and toenail infections taking 12 weeks. The exact duration of therapy is determined by your doctor based on the type of infection, the site of infection, and your response to the therapy.
Can I drink tea or coffee while taking Leafine 500mg Tablet?
Caffeinated drinks like tea and coffee should be taken with caution while being on treatment with Leafine 500mg Tablet. Leafine 500mg Tablet decreases the rate of caffeine metabolism by 19%, which can increase caffeine levels in the blood and lead to side effects such as jitteriness, headache, increased heartbeat, and restlessness.
