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Terbex 250 mg

Tablet

Generic: Terbinafine

Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Therapeutic Class: Allylamine Antifungal

Indications

Tablet: fungal infections of the skin and nails - tinea corporis, tinea cruris, tinea pedis and onychomycosis. Cream: tinea infections of the skin, cutaneous candidiasis and pityriasis versicolor.

Pharmacology

Terbinafine inhibits fungal squalene epoxidase, causing ergosterol deficiency and accumulation of squalene, which kills the fungal cell. It concentrates in skin, hair and nails.

Dosage & Administration

Adult (tablet): 250 mg once daily - tinea cruris 2-4 weeks, tinea corporis 4 weeks, tinea pedis 2-6 weeks, nail infections 6-12 weeks (longer for toenails). Cream 1%: apply thinly once or twice daily for 1-2 weeks. Child: dose by body weight, as directed by the physician.

Side Effects

Tablet: abdominal discomfort, nausea, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, headache, skin rash, taste disturbance. Rarely: liver toxicity, severe skin reactions, blood disorders. Cream: local redness, itching or stinging.

Precautions & Warnings

Check liver function before and during prolonged oral treatment; stop if jaundice, dark urine, persistent nausea or unexplained tiredness occurs. Use tablets with caution in psoriasis and renal impairment. Cream is for external use only; avoid contact with the eyes.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to terbinafine. Tablets: chronic or active liver disease.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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