Skitofine 500 Tablet
Manufacturer
Rockmed Pharma Pvt. Ltd.
Salt Composition
Terbinafine (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Skitofine 500 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
Skitofine 500 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. Skitofine 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Skitofine 500 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 it safe to use Skitofine 500 Tablet in patients with liver cirrhosis?
No, oral intake of Skitofine 500 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.
Can Skitofine 500 Tablet cause skin reactions?
Yes, sensitive individuals may develop skin reactions while using Skitofine 500 Tablet. There are rare reports of people developing serious skin/hypersensitivity reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and other severe skin reactions with Skitofine 500 Tablet.
Is Skitofine 500 Tablet effective?
Yes, Skitofine 500 Tablet is effective as an anti-fungal medicine if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition.
How long do I need to take Skitofine 500 Tablet?
The usual duration of treatment for Tinea pedis, Tinea corporis, and Tinea cruris is about 2 to 4 weeks. The duration may sometimes be extended to 6 weeks. For fungal infections of nails, the duration of treatment usually varies from 6 to 12 weeks.
Can I drink caffeinated drinks like tea or coffee while taking Skitofine 500 Tablet?
Caffeinated drinks should be taken with caution while being on treatment with Skitofine 500 Tablet. Skitofine 500 Tablet decreases the rate of metabolism of caffeine by 19% which may lead to side effects such as jitteriness, headache, increased heartbeat, and restlessness.
