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

Tinazen Information

Tinazen, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus. Tinazen also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Tinazen is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Tinazen are Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. Some other side effects of Tinazen have been listed ahead. These side effects of Tinazen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Tinazen's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Tinazen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tinazen related warnings section.

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

Drug reaction of Tinazen with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Tinazen is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Tinazen Benefits & Uses

Tinazen 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

Tinazen 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

Tinazen Related Warnings

Is the use of Tinazen safe for pregnant women?

Tinazen is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Tinazen safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Tinazen. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Tinazen on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Tinazen on the Liver?

Tinazen may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tinazen on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Tinazen with Other Drugs

Tinazen 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

Tinazen Contraindications

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

Anxiety
Depression
Jaundice
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tinazen

Is this Tinazen habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Tinazen is addictive.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Tinazen is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Tinazen is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Tinazen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tinazen

It is safe to take Tinazen with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tinazen

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Tinazen with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Tinazen

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Tinazen?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Tinazen 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Tinazen?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Tinazen 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 over 4 years ago

Is Tinazen antibacterial?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

Is Tinazen safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Tinazen 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).