Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1 X
Terbest, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream, Powder, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus. The alternative uses of Terbest have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Terbest depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Terbest include Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. Some other side effects of Terbest have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Terbest normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Terbest is Safe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Terbest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Terbest contraindications section.
Besides this, Terbest may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Terbest, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Terbest 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 |
|
Geriatric |
|
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
2 - 12 years (Child) |
|
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Terbest is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Terbest safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Terbest in pregnant women.
Is the use of Terbest safe during breastfeeding?
Terbest 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 Terbest on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Terbest. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Terbest on the Liver?
Terbest 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.
What is the effect of Terbest on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Terbest for the heart.
Terbest 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 Terbest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Terbest habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Terbest is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Terbest as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Terbest should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Terbest cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Terbest
Taking Terbest with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Terbest
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Terbest with alcohol will be.
Yes, Terbest can cause hair loss if taken for a long time. However, if you're experiencing hair loss after taking this drug for a short duration then inform your doctor without any further delay.
Terbest 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.
Yes, Terbest 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.
Yes, Terbest can cause high blood pressure. As per research, patients suffering from diabetes and hypertension are more vulnerable to the congestive heart failure. You are advised to keep a check on blood pressure and regularly monitor it to avoid hypertension related problems. Also, moderation in salt consumption is highly recommended.
Terbest works by preventing the fungal infection to grow further. They inhibit cytochrome P450 enzyme 14- demethylase and block ergosterol synthesis. This action results in the destruction of cell membranes of the pathogen by limiting the growth of the fungus. Hence, in this way, it kills fungus and protect us from infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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