Description
Terbinafine- The tablet is a potent antifungal medication which is used to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails. It is helpful in the treatment of many diseases such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm and onychomycosis. It works by destroying the fungal cell membrane and stops growth. Terbinafine effectively treats fungal infections of the scalp, body, groin and nails.
Terbinafine tablets hold high credibility for severe fungal infections. It is an FDA-approved medication that is often considered as the most effective medicine for toenail fungus. It is highly lipophilic and keratinophilic, that is it ensures that it removes the deep-seated infections also. The medication is effective against various dermatophytes such as Trichophyton, Microsporum and Epidermophyton.
Due to these reasons, the tablets are recommended by doctors and healthcare professionals.
Dermaville is the trusted manufacturer of Terbinafine. It develops the medication under the brand name Trubifen 250. Dermaville is a leading pharma company that delivers a wide variety of skincare products. The company also provides derma PCD pharma franchise across Pan India.
Mechanism of Terbinafine Tablets
Unlike many anti-fungal that only stops fungus from growing but terbinafine directly kills it. It blocks squalene epoxidase in fungi, which is an essential enzyme that stops the production of ergosterol. Without ergosterol the fungal cell membranes becomes weaky and leaky. Squalene that is very harmful to fungi builds up inside the cell. The combination of ergosterol depletion and squalene toxicity disrupts membrane function and ultimately kills the fungus.
Terbinafine is highly selective for fungal squalene epoxidase with much lower effects on human enzymes, making it safe for systematic use against fungal infections in skin, hair and nails.
Benefits of Terbinafine Tablets
Terbinafine belongs to the group of antifungals. The key benefits of the tablets are:
- The medication provides effective relief from skin fungi.
- For conditions like ringworm, improvement can be observed within a few days of treatment.
- Terbinafine is considered as the gold standard for treating nail fungus.
- Provides a high cure for stubborn, deep-seated infections that other medications cannot resolve.
- The tablets are fungicidal in nature and provide rapid relief by working faster than other antifungals.
- The tablets reach directly through the blood stream, whereas creams cannot reach.
Side Effects of Terbinafine Tablets
Like most medications, these tablets also cause unwanted effects in some individuals. These effects will recede as the body adjusts to the treatment. If symptoms persist for a long time, then consult with your doctor.
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Rash or hives
- Increased sensitivity to sunlight
- Loss of taste
- Metallic or bitter taste
- Reduced appetite
- Muscle pain
- Joint pain
Precautions of Terbinafine Tablets
To ensure safe and effective use, the medicine should be taken with appropriate care and medical advice. Awareness of safety measures is very important when consuming Terbinafine tablets.
- Terbinafine can cause serious liver injury or failure. Regular blood tests are essential to monitor any issues during treatment.
- Stop taking the tablets immediately if you face any symptoms of nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, jaundice, dark urine or light-colored stools.
- The medication may cause loss or change in smell.
- Inform your doctor in advance if you have a medical history of liver disease, kidney disease, lupus or immune disorders.
- The tablets can cause severe skin infections, consult a doctor if these develop more.
- Avoid consuming alcohol as it can interrupt with the medication absorption.
- Use sunscreen to avoid tanning as skin may become more sensitive to sunlight.
- Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)
Q1- Is Terbinafine an antibiotic medication?
A- Terbinafine is not an antibiotic medication, it works against fungi not bacteria.
Q2- How much time does Terbinafine tablets take to fully recover from the infection?
A- This will take 6 weeks for fingernails, 2-6 weeks for skin infections and 3 months for toenails to fully grow out healthy.
Q3- Is terbinafine tablet consumption safe with alcohol?
A- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking these tablets as Terbinafine and alcohol are processed by the liver which could increase its damage risk.
Q4- If sometimes the dose is missed then what to do?
A- Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is less than 4 hours before your next dose, then skip it and continue the regular schedule.
Q5- Can Terbinafine make my skin sun sensitive and if it does then how do I protect it?
A- Yes, Terbinafine makes your skin sensitive to sun and causes sunburn and rashes. To protect it, apply sunscreen and limit sun exposure.
Q6- Will the fungal infections return again after I stop taking the tablets?
A- Stopping the medication before the prescribed time can lead to the recurrence of the infection.
Q7- Does heat or humidity affect Terbinafine tablets?
A- Yes, excessive heat and moisture degrades the medication, store it at room temperature and keep it in its original packaging.
Q8- Why should one choose Dermaville Terbinafine tablets over other brands in the market?
A- Dermaville’s medicine is designed in a way to penetrate deep into the skin for the removal of the fungus.
