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

Tersig Tablet Information

Tersig Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus. The alternative uses of Tersig Tablet have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Tersig Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Tersig Tablet include Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. While these are the most often observed Tersig Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Tersig Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Tersig Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Tersig Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tersig Tablet related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Tersig Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Tersig Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Tersig Tablet, 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
Severe Interaction of Tersig with Other Drugs
Tersig Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Tersig
Tersig Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Tersig Tablet Benefits & Uses

Tersig Tablet 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 Tablet 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

Tersig Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Tersig Tablet safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Tersig in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Tersig Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Tersig may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Tersig should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

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

Tersig 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 Tersig Tablet on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Tersig. 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.

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

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Tersig Tablet with Other Drugs

Tersig Tablet 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

Tersig Tablet Contraindications

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

Anxiety
Depression
Jaundice
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tersig Tablet

Is this Tersig Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Tersig Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Tersig Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Tersig Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Tersig Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Tersig Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tersig Tablet

Taking Tersig Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tersig Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Tersig Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Tersig Tablet

Question over 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 over 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 about 6 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 over 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 about 5 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.