Terbiwine 250 Tablet
Manufacturer
Asvins Lifecare
Salt Composition
Terbinafine (250mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Terbiwine 250 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
Terbiwine 250 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. Terbiwine 250 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Terbiwine 250 Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
How it works
Terbiwine 250 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
Can Terbiwine 250 Tablet be used safely in patients with liver cirrhosis?
No, oral intake of Terbiwine 250 Tablet is not recommended for patients with chronic or active liver disease. Your doctor may order a liver function test to assess whether the liver is functioning properly. This is necessary because the medicine is metabolized by liver enzymes, and any inefficiency in liver function can lead to increased levels of the medication in the blood, resulting in increased side effects and toxicity.
Does Terbiwine 250 Tablet cause skin reactions?
Yes, sensitive individuals may develop skin reactions while using Terbiwine 250 Tablet. Rare reports have indicated that people may experience serious skin/hypersensitivity reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and other severe skin reactions with Terbiwine 250 Tablet. Therefore, do not take this medication without consulting your physician. If you encounter any type of skin reaction or rashes, stop the medication immediately and report to the doctor.
Is Terbiwine 250 Tablet effective?
Terbiwine 250 Tablet is an anti-fungal medicine that can be 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, as stopping the medication too early may lead to the fungus continuing to grow and the infection returning or worsening.
How long do I need to take Terbiwine 250 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, with fingernail fungal infections typically taking 6 weeks and toenail fungal infections taking around 12 weeks. However, the exact duration of therapy is decided 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 Terbiwine 250 Tablet?
Caffeinated drinks like tea and coffee should be taken with caution while being on treatment with Terbiwine 250 Tablet. The medicine decreases the rate of metabolism of caffeine by 19%, thereby increasing the levels of caffeine in the blood, which may lead to side effects such as jitteriness, headache, increased heartbeat, and restlessness.
