Terbinafine Tablets IP

Product Description

Terbinafine Tablets IP

Terbinafine is a systemic antifungal medication used to treat fungal infections of the skin, nails, and scalp. It belongs to the allylamine class of antifungals and works by stopping the growth of fungi.

📌 Basic Information

• Generic Name: Terbinafine

• Form: Oral tablet

• Strengths available (commonly): 250 mg

• IP: Indian Pharmacopoeia standard

… Common Uses

Terbinafine Tablets are prescribed for:

• Onychomycosis (fungal nail infection)

• Tinea corporis (ringworm of the body)

• Tinea cruris (jock itch)

• Tinea pedis (athlete's foot)

• Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm)

• Other dermatophyte or yeast infections resistant to topical treatment

🕠Dosage & Duration

• Adults (standard): 250 mg once daily

• Duration depends on infection type:

  • Skin infections: 2“6 weeks

  • Fingernail infections: 6 weeks

  • Toenail infections: 12 weeks or more

📌 Take after food to reduce gastrointestinal upset. Swallow whole with water.

šï Side Effects

Common:

• Headache

• Diarrhea

• Nausea or stomach pain

• Taste disturbances (may take weeks to return to normal)

• Skin rash

Rare but serious:

• Liver toxicity (jaundice, dark urine, fatigue ” report immediately)

• Severe skin reactions (e.g., Stevens-Johnson syndrome)

• Blood abnormalities (rare)

🚫 Precautions

• Liver disease: Use with caution; liver function tests may be required before and during treatment.

• Kidney impairment

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding: Use only if clearly needed and prescribed

• Drug interactions: Inform your doctor if taking antidepressants, beta blockers, blood thinners, etc.

🔄 Storage

• Store below 25C

• Keep in a dry place, away from light and moisture

• Keep out of reach of children

🔠Brand Name Examples (India)

• Sebifin

• Tergosil

• Tebina

• Terbicip

• Lamisil (international brand)