Tersofine 250mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Sovia Altis
Salt Composition
Terbinafine (250mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Tersofine 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
Tersofine 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. Tersofine 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Tersofine 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. 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 Tersofine 250mg Tablet be used safely in patients with liver cirrhosis?
No, oral intake of Tersofine 250mg Tablet is not recommended for patients with chronic or active liver disease. Your doctor may perform a liver function test to ensure the liver is functioning effectively before prescribing the medication. This is 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. It's essential to inform your doctor if you have any liver disease or cirrhosis.
Can Tersofine 250mg Tablet cause skin reactions?
Yes, sensitive individuals may develop skin reactions while using Tersofine 250mg Tablet. Rarely, people may experience serious skin/hypersensitivity reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and other severe skin reactions with Tersofine 250mg Tablet. Consult your physician before taking this medication and stop it immediately if you encounter any type of skin reaction or rashes.
Is Tersofine 250mg Tablet effective?
Yes, Tersofine 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. 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 Tersofine 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. 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 Tersofine 250mg Tablet?
Caffeinated drinks like tea and coffee should be taken with caution while being on treatment with Tersofine 250mg Tablet. The medication 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.
