Tersig Cream: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Tersig Cream Information

Tersig Cream is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus. Secondary and off-label uses of Tersig Cream have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Tersig Cream depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Tersig Cream also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tersig Cream can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Tersig Cream are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Tersig Cream's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Tersig Cream related warnings talks about Tersig Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Tersig Cream contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Tersig Cream with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Tersig Cream, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Tersig Benefits & Uses
Tersig Dosage & How to Take
Tersig Side Effects
Tersig Related Warnings
Tersig Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Tersig
Tersig Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Tersig Cream Benefits & Uses

Tersig Cream 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

Tersig Cream 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Tersig Cream Related Warnings

Is the use of Tersig Cream safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Tersig without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Tersig Cream safe during breastfeeding?

Tersig should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Tersig Cream on the Kidneys?

Tersig 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tersig Cream on the Liver?

Tersig may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tersig Cream on the Heart?

Tersig is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Tersig Cream Contraindications

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

Anxiety
Depression
Jaundice
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tersig Cream

Is this Tersig Cream habit forming or addictive?

Tersig Cream does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Tersig Cream. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Tersig Cream only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Tersig Cream for mental disorders.

No

Tersig Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tersig Cream

You can take Tersig Cream with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tersig Cream

Information about the interaction of Tersig Cream and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Tersig Cream

Question about 5 years ago

Is Tersig safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Tersig 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Tersig with amoxicillin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Tersig 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Tersig?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Tersig is a brand name of terbinafine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antifungal. It is available in a different dosage form such as a tablet, cream, and powder. It is used in the treatment of antifungal infections such as tinea corporis (fungal infection of the skin or scalp known as ringworm), tinea cruris (fungal infection in the skin of the genitals known as Jock itch), tinea pedis (fungal infection between the toes also known as athlete's foot), cutaneous candidiasis (skin and nail fungal infection), tinea versicolor (discolored patches of skin), and vaginal candidiasis (a yeast infection of the vagina).

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Tersig with birth control pill?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, Tersig 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Tersig good for treating ringworm?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Tersig 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.