Terbiderm tablet 125mg

About Terbiderm tablet 125mg

Terbiderm tablet 125mg Uses

• Fungal nail infections (onychomycosis)
• Ringworm of the skin
• Athlete's foot (tinea pedis)
• Jock itch (tinea cruris)
• Fungal scalp infections

Drug Class

• Allylamine antifungal

What Experts Say

Terbinafine works by damaging the outer wall of the fungal cell, which kills the fungus rather than just slowing its growth.

Nail infections need the longest treatment, often several months, while skin infections usually clear within a few weeks.

Because it is processed by the liver, periodic liver function checks are advised for courses longer than six weeks.

Terbiderm tablet 125mg formula

• Terbinafine Hydrochloride 125mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Terbiderm tablet 125mg?

• Take one tablet once daily, or as prescribed.
• Swallow with water, with or without food.
• Continue for the full length of treatment even if the infection looks better.
• Keep the treated area clean and dry alongside tablet use.

Drug Interactions

Terbinafine is broken down by the liver and can interact with a few medicine groups.

• Certain antidepressants: Terbinafine can raise their blood levels and side effect risk.
• Rifampicin: Can lower terbinafine levels and reduce its effect.
• Cimetidine: Can raise terbinafine blood levels.

Risks and warnings

• Liver function: Periodic liver tests are advised for longer courses.
• Taste changes: Loss or change in taste can occur and is usually reversible.
• Liver or kidney disease: Avoid in severe liver or kidney impairment.
• Pregnancy: Avoid in pregnancy and breastfeeding unless advised by a doctor.

Terbiderm tablet 125mg Side Effects

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Stomach discomfort
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Taste disturbance

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight, out of reach of children.