Tynex 250mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Swakam Biotech Private Limited
Salt Composition
Terbinafine (250mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Tynex 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
Tynex 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. While it is effective in treating these infections, it is important to complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. The treatment duration may vary from 2 to 6 weeks for skin infections and 6 weeks to 6 months for nail infections. Regular monitoring of liver function may be required during treatment. Inform your doctor if you notice any symptoms such as yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
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. Tynex 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Tynex 250mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves and cocoa beans.
How it works
Tynex 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
Tynex 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. 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 Tynex 250mg Tablet safe for patients with liver cirrhosis?
Oral intake of Tynex 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. Inform your doctor if you have any liver disease or cirrhosis, as this medication can lead to increased side effects and toxicity. Your doctor may suggest periodic monitoring of liver function test and make dose adjustments accordingly.
Does Tynex 250mg Tablet cause any skin reactions?
Yes, sensitive individuals may develop skin reactions while using Tynex 250mg Tablet. Rarely, serious skin/hypersensitivity reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and other severe skin reactions have been reported. 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 Tynex 250mg Tablet effective?
Tynex 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. 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 Tynex 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 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 Tynex 250mg Tablet?
Caffeinated drinks like tea and coffee should be taken with caution while being on treatment with Tynex 250mg Tablet. This medication decreases the rate of metabolism of caffeine by 19%, increasing the levels of caffeine in the blood. These increased levels may lead to side effects such as jitteriness, headache, increased heartbeat, and restlessness.
