Terbizom 250mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Zoom Healthcare
Salt Composition
Terbinafine (250mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Terbizom 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
Terbizom 250mg Tablet is an antifungal medication that works by killing the fungi that cause the infection. It is used to treat a wide range of fungal infections of the skin and nails, including ringworm.
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..Terbizom 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time..Avoid Terbizom 250mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves and cocoa beans.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Terbizom 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Terbizom 250mg Tablet 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
Terbizom 250mg Tablet 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
Terbizom 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
Terbizom 250mg Tablet helps treat fungal infections of the skin and nails. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your doctor may monitor your liver function regularly during treatment. 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 Terbizom 250mg Tablet safe for use in patients with liver cirrhosis?
Oral intake of Terbizom 250mg 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. This is done because the medicine gets 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. Therefore, it is important to inform your doctor if you have any liver disease or cirrhosis. Also, inform your doctor about the medicines you may be taking as taking Terbizom 250mg Tablet with another medicine can lead to liver toxicity and Terbizom 250mg Tablet by acting on the liver enzymes can change the levels of other drugs. Your doctor may suggest periodic monitoring (after 4-6 weeks of treatment) of liver function test and make dose adjustments accordingly.
Does Terbizom 250mg Tablet cause any skin reactions?
Yes, sensitive individuals may develop skin reactions while using Terbizom 250mg 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 Terbizom 250mg Tablet. Therefore, do not take this medication without consulting your physician. And, in case you encounter any type of skin reaction or rashes, stop the medication immediately and report to the doctor.
Is Terbizom 250mg Tablet effective?
Terbizom 250mg 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. If you stop taking this medicine too early, the fungus may continue to grow and the infection may return or worsen. It is essential to complete the full course of treatment as prescribed by your doctor to ensure the infection is fully cleared.
How long do I need to take Terbizom 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. For fingernail fungal infections, it may take 6 weeks, whereas toenail fungal infection may take about 12 weeks. However, the exact duration of the therapy is decided by the doctor depending upon the type of infection, the site of infection, and the patient's response to the therapy.
Can I drink tea or coffee while taking Terbizom 250mg Tablet?
Caffeinated drinks like tea and coffee should be taken with caution while being on treatment with Terbizom 250mg Tablet. Terbizom 250mg Tablet decreases the rate of metabolism of caffeine by 19% which is an important constituent of coffee, thereby increasing the levels of caffeine in the blood. These increased levels of caffeine may lead to side effects such as jitteriness, headache, increased heartbeat, and restlessness. It is recommended to consult your doctor for personalized advice on caffeine consumption during treatment with Terbizom 250mg Tablet.
