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Tef, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream, Tablet. Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Tef have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tef. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Tef include Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tef can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Tef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Tef has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Tef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tef related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tef contraindications section.
Additionally, Tef may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tef is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Tef is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tef is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Tef safe for pregnant women?
Tef is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Tef safe during breastfeeding?
Tef should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Tef on the Kidneys?
Tef may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tef on the Liver?
Tef 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.
What is the effect of Tef on the Heart?
Tef is not harmful for the heart.
Tef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tef habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Tef is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Tef. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Tef is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Tef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tef
Taking Tef with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tef
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tef.
No, Tef should not be taken with birth control pill because it can interfere with birth control pills, and causes irregular periods and breakthrough bleeding. Keep your doctor informed before taking them together. Try other methods of contraception such as condoms, barrier methods to avoid unwanted pregnancies.
Yes, Tef can sometimes affect the liver by increasing the secretion of liver enzymes which can damage the liver cells. Rare cases of serious hepatotoxicity (liver damage), including liver failure have been reported. Hence a routine liver function test should be conducted when taking this drug for a long time.
Tef 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.
Tef and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please take if prescribed by a doctor only do not self-medicate.
No, Tef is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat fungal infections only.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience