Terbirap 250mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Rapidchem Healthcare
Salt Composition
Terbinafine (250mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Terbirap 250mg 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
Terbirap 250mg 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. Terbirap 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Terbirap 250mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
How it works
Terbirap 250mg 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. Treatment may be needed for 2 to 6 weeks for skin infections and 6 weeks to 6 months for nail infections. Your doctor may monitor your liver function regularly during treatment. 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 Terbirap 250mg Tablet safe for patients with liver cirrhosis?
Oral intake of Terbirap 250mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with chronic or active liver disease. Your doctor may prescribe a liver function test to check the liver's effectiveness in metabolizing the medication. Inform your doctor about any liver disease or cirrhosis, as well as any medications you're taking, to ensure safe treatment. Your doctor may suggest periodic monitoring of liver function tests and make dose adjustments accordingly.
Does Terbirap 250mg Tablet cause skin reactions?
Yes, sensitive individuals may develop skin reactions while using Terbirap 250mg Tablet. Rarely, people may experience serious skin/hypersensitivity reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and other severe skin reactions. Do not take this medication without consulting your physician, and stop the medication immediately and report to the doctor if you encounter any skin reaction or rash.
Is Terbirap 250mg Tablet effective?
Terbirap 250mg Tablet is effective as an anti-fungal medicine when used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition, as stopping treatment too early may allow the fungus to continue growing and the infection to return or worsen.
How long do I need to take Terbirap 250mg Tablet?
The usual duration of treatment for Tinea pedis (fungal infection in the foot), Tinea corporis (ringworms), and Tinea cruris (fungal infection in the groin) 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. The exact duration of therapy is determined by your doctor based on the type of infection, the site of infection, and your response to treatment.
Can I drink tea or coffee while taking Terbirap 250mg Tablet?
Caffeinated drinks like tea and coffee should be taken with caution while being on treatment with Terbirap 250mg Tablet. Terbirap 250mg Tablet decreases the rate of caffeine metabolism by 19%, increasing blood levels of caffeine. This may lead to side effects such as jitteriness, headache, increased heartbeat, and restlessness.
