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Tob Benefits & Uses

Tob is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Candidal Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cryptococcosis
Cryptococcal Meningitis
Athlete's Foot
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Nail Fungus
Skin Infections
Vaginal Yeast Infection
Thrush
Vulvitis
Penile Yeast Infection

Tob Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Tob Related Warnings

Is the use of Tob safe for pregnant women?

Tob shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Tob safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Tob.

Safe
What is the effect of Tob on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Tob. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tob on the Liver?

Tob has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Tob on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Tob on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tob with Other Drugs

Tob should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Tob Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tob unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tob

Is this Tob habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Tob has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Tob. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Tob only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Tob is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Tob Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tob

Taking Tob with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tob

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Tob and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Tob

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Tob?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Tob can be taken orally or it can be also intravenously administered.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Tob cause hair loss?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Tob can cause hair loss if taken for a long time. However, if you're experiencing hair loss after taking this drug for a short duration then inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Tob antibacterial?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Tob is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat specific fungal infections only.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Tob?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Take Tob as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Tob cause constipation?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Tob causes constipation when it is taken orally, while the interavenous administration of the medication does not cause constipation or other stomach related issues.