Tuff 200 Suspension: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Tuff Information

Tuff is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Other than this, Tuff has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tuff. 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 most common side effects of Tuff are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Tuff have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Tuff go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Tuff's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Tuff's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tuff related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia must refrain from the use of Tuff since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tuff contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Tuff with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Tuff, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Tuff Benefits & Uses

Tuff is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Intestinal Worms

Other Benefits

Tuff 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

Tuff Related Warnings

Is the use of Tuff safe for pregnant women?

Tuff 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 Tuff safe during breastfeeding?

Tuff has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Tuff on the Kidneys?

Tuff has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tuff on the Liver?

Use of Tuff may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Tuff on the Heart?

Tuff may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tuff with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Clozapine

Moderate

Lopinavir

Diltiazem

Mild

Atropine

Hyoscine

Tuff Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Cerebral Malaria
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Tuff

Is this Tuff habit forming or addictive?

Tuff can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Tuff as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Tuff does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Tuff is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Tuff Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tuff

Taking Tuff with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tuff

Taking Tuff and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Tuff

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Tuff?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Tuff should be taken with a meal, especially with a fatty meal which helps in absorption of a drug. Preferably taken at night which helps, your worm will come out with feces. However, take it exactly as your doctor recommended you to take it.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Tuff a pain-killer?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Tuff is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Tuff with antibiotic?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tuff can be taken with an antibiotic. No harmful interaction have been reported. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. It is best to consult your doctor before taking this medicine with an antibiotic.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Tuff an antibiotic?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Tuff is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Tuff safe to use?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tuff is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, dizziness, diarrhea, constipation, and hepatotoxicity.