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Terbex M is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. Secondary and off-label uses of Terbex M have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Terbex M. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Terbex M include Headache, Chills, Cough. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Terbex M as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Terbex M are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Terbex M's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Terbex M related warnings talks about Terbex M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Terbex M are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Terbex M have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Terbex M is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Terbex M is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Terbex M is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Terbex M safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Terbex M without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Terbex M safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Terbex M. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Terbex M on the Kidneys?
Terbex M 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.
What is the effect of Terbex M on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Terbex M. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Terbex M only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Terbex M on the Heart?
Terbex M is completely safe for the heart.
Terbex M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Terbex M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Terbex M habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Terbex M has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Terbex M
Taking Terbex M with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Terbex M
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Terbex M.
Terbex M is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic (used to relieve itching) and vasoconstrictive (narrowing of the blood vessels) activity. It is effective for the treatment of asthma. It is also used topically for the management of skin disorders like psoriasis (red scaly patches on some areas of the body) and eczema (dry and itchy skin with red and scaly patches). It is generally available as a furoate salt.
No, Terbex M is not recommended to be used for ringworm. Ringworm is a fungal infection and it is not caused by any worm. It presents as a silver or red colored patch which may be swollen, itchy, scaly or dry. Ringworm can manifest in any part of the body, including groin (jock itch) and scalp (tenia capitis). The rash is usually ring-shaped on places other than face, neck or scalp. At times, the rash starts spreading. It should be treated using antifungal creams containing ingredients like clotrimazole, miconazole, etc.
No, Terbex M cannot be used for the treatment of burns. It is used for treating rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Burns can be treated with skin cream, lotion or an ointment containing ingredients like gentamycin sulfate, fusidic acid, silver nitrate, silver sulfadiazine, mafenide acetate, etc. Please do not self-medicate with Terbex M for burns and speak to your doctor for a recommendation.
Terbex M should start showing effects in 2 weeks time. It is safe to be used for as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Do not use excessive amount or for a prolonged period of time. Always speak to your doctor before discontinuing Terbex M or when you intend to use it for more days.
Yes, Terbex M comes in combination with salicylic acid. The combination is very effective in treating psoriasis.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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