Terfast 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Terfast Information

Terfast is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus. The alternative uses of Terfast have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Terfast is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Terfast include Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. While these are the most often observed Terfast side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Terfast are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Terfast's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Terfast's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Terfast contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Terfast with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Terfast is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Terfast Benefits & Uses
Terfast Dosage & How to Take
Terfast Side Effects
Terfast Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Terfast with Other Drugs
Terfast Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Terfast
Terfast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Terfast Benefits & Uses

Terfast is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Nail Fungus

Other Benefits

Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Athlete's Foot
Jock itch
Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard
Blisters

Terfast Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Terfast Related Warnings

Is the use of Terfast safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Terfast safely.

Safe
Is the use of Terfast safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Terfast. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Terfast on the Kidneys?

Terfast can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Terfast on the Liver?

Terfast 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Terfast on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Terfast for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Terfast with Other Drugs

Terfast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Fluconazole

Rifampicin

Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Mild

Cimetidine

Terfast Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Terfast unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Anxiety
Depression
Jaundice
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Terfast

Is this Terfast habit forming or addictive?

Terfast does not cause addiction.

No
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 Terfast can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Terfast only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Terfast cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Terfast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Terfast

Taking Terfast with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Terfast

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Terfast with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Terfast

Question about 5 years ago

Is Terfast antibacterial?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Terfast is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat fungal infections only.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Terfast?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Terfast 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Terfast safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Terfast is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects are observed such as stomach discomfort, headache, and hypokalemia (low potassium).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Terfast cause stomach problems?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Terfast is known to cause stomach disturbances such as indigestion, pancreatitis, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation, gastritis, and nausea. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms after using this medication.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Terfast cause constipation?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Occasionally, Terfast causes constipation when it is taken orally, while the intervenous administration of the medication does not cause constipation or other stomach related issues.