Terbifin Cream: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Terbifin Information

Terbifin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream, Spray, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus. Secondary and off-label uses of Terbifin have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Terbifin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Terbifin include Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. Some other side effects of Terbifin have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Terbifin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Terbifin has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Terbifin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Terbifin related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Terbifin are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Terbifin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Terbifin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Terbifin Benefits & Uses
Terbifin Dosage & How to Take
Terbifin Side Effects
Terbifin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Terbifin with Other Drugs
Terbifin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Terbifin
Terbifin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Terbifin Benefits & Uses

Terbifin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Nail Fungus

Other Benefits

Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Athlete's Foot
Jock itch
Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard
Blisters

Terbifin 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
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Terbifin Related Warnings

Is the use of Terbifin safe for pregnant women?

Terbifin is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Terbifin safe during breastfeeding?

Terbifin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Terbifin on the Kidneys?

Terbifin can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Terbifin on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Terbifin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Terbifin on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Terbifin for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Terbifin with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Fluconazole

Rifampicin

Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Mild

Cimetidine

Terbifin Contraindications

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

Anxiety
Depression
Jaundice
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Terbifin

Is this Terbifin habit forming or addictive?

Terbifin does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Terbifin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Terbifin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Terbifin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Terbifin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Terbifin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Terbifin

It is safe to take Terbifin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Terbifin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Terbifin with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Terbifin

Question over 5 years ago

What is Terbifin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Terbifin is a brand name of terbinafine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antifungal. It is available in a different dosage form such as a tablet, cream, and powder. It is used in the treatment of antifungal infections such as tinea corporis (fungal infection of the skin or scalp known as ringworm), tinea cruris (fungal infection in the skin of the genitals known as Jock itch), tinea pedis (fungal infection between the toes also known as athlete's foot), cutaneous candidiasis (skin and nail fungal infection), tinea versicolor (discolored patches of skin), and vaginal candidiasis (a yeast infection of the vagina).

Question about 5 years ago

Is Terbifin safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Terbifin is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects are observed such as stomach discomfort, headache, and hypokalemia (low potassium).

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Terbifin with Ibuprofen?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Terbifin can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful interaction has been reported between the two drugs. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. For precaution check with a physician once because some patients are individually allergic to each group of drugs.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Terbifin work?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Terbifin works by preventing the fungal infection to grow further. They inhibit cytochrome P450 enzyme 14- demethylase and block ergosterol synthesis. This action results in the destruction of cell membranes of the pathogen by limiting the growth of the fungus. Hence, in this way, it kills fungus and protect us from infection.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Terbifin?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Terbifin can be taken orally and applied topically. An oral form such as tablet should be taken with or without food and avoid caffeine intake while on medicine. Duration and dose of the course will vary according to the severity of the antifungal infection. The topical form of medicine should be applied to the affected area twice daily or as adviced by a doctor, do not apply more or less as recommended by healthcare practitioners.