Terf 250mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition
Terbinafine (250mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Terf 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
Terf 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. Terf 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Terf 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
Terf 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. Your doctor may monitor your liver function regularly during treatment.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Terf 250mg Tablet be used safely in patients with liver cirrhosis?
Oral intake of Terf 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. This is because the medicine is metabolized by liver enzymes, and any inefficiency in liver function can lead to increased medication levels in the blood, resulting in increased side effects and toxicity. Inform your doctor if you have any liver disease or cirrhosis, and also inform them about the medicines you're taking, as taking Terf 250mg Tablet with another medicine can lead to liver toxicity. Your doctor may suggest periodic monitoring of liver function tests and make dose adjustments accordingly.
Does Terf 250mg Tablet cause any skin reactions?
Yes, sensitive individuals may develop skin reactions while using Terf 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 Terf 250mg Tablet. Therefore, do not take this medication without consulting your physician. If you encounter any type of skin reaction or rash, stop the medication immediately and report to the doctor.
Is Terf 250mg Tablet effective?
Terf 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.
How long do I need to take Terf 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 Terf 250mg Tablet?
Caffeinated drinks like tea and coffee should be taken with caution while being on treatment with Terf 250mg Tablet. Terf 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.
