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

Tifin Information

Tifin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus. Tifin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Tifin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Tifin include Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tifin as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Tifin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Tifin has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Tifin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tifin related warnings section.

The section on Tifin contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Tifin may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Tifin Benefits & Uses

Tifin 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

Tifin 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

Tifin Related Warnings

Is the use of Tifin safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Tifin in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Tifin safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Tifin on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Tifin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tifin on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Tifin on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Tifin with Other Drugs

Tifin 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

Tifin Contraindications

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

Anxiety
Depression
Jaundice
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tifin

Is this Tifin habit forming or addictive?

Tifin does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Tifin can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Tifin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Tifin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Tifin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tifin

You can take Tifin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tifin

Information about the interaction of Tifin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Tifin

Question over 5 years ago

What is Tifin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Tifin 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

How to take Tifin?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Tifin 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 about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Tifin?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Take Tifin as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Tifin cause stomach problems?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Tifin is known to cause stomach disturbances such as indigestion, pancreatitis, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation, gastritis, and nausea. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms after using this medication.