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Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Powder. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus. Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm include Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm related warnings talks about Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm 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.
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Is the use of Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Sebifin without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm safe during breastfeeding?
Sebifin 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 Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Sebifin. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Sebifin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm on the Heart?
Sebifin is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm habit forming or addictive?
Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm
Taking Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Sebifin Dusting Powder 30gm with alcohol.
Yes, Sebifin is effectively used in the treatment of ringworm (tinea corporis). However, this is a prescribed drug do not take it on your own. Get yourself physically examined in case of severe patches.
Sebifin 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, Sebifin is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat fungal infections only.
Yes, Sebifin 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.
Sebifin 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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lamisil (terbinafine hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 795-796
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-177
