Funter: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Funter Benefits

Funter 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

Funter 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: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Funter Side Effects

No side effects of Funter have been reported in the medical literature. However, you should always consult your doctor before using Funter.

Funter Related Warnings

Is the use of Funter safe for pregnant women?

Funter is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Funter safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Funter may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Funter should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Funter on the Kidneys?

Funter 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 Funter on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Funter. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Funter on the Heart?

Using Funter does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Funter with Other Drugs

Funter 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

Funter Contraindications

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

Anxiety
Depression
Jaundice
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Funter

Question over 4 years ago

Does Funter cause constipation?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

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

Question over 4 years ago

Is Funter good for treating ringworm?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Funter is effectively used in the treatment of ringworm (tinea corporis). However, this is a prescribed drug do not take it on your own. Get yourself physically examined in case of severe patches.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Funter?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Funter 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Funter with Ibuprofen?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Funter 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Funter cause hair loss?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Funter 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.