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Terbest 500 Tablet (7) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Terbest 500 Tablet (7) have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Terbest 500 Tablet (7) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Terbest 500 Tablet (7) are Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Terbest 500 Tablet (7) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Terbest 500 Tablet (7) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Terbest 500 Tablet (7)'s effect is Safe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Terbest 500 Tablet (7)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Terbest 500 Tablet (7) related warnings section.
The section on Terbest 500 Tablet (7) contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Terbest 500 Tablet (7) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Terbest 500 Tablet (7) is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Terbest 500 Tablet (7) 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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Terbest 500 Tablet (7) is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Terbest 500 Tablet (7) safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Terbest in pregnant women.
Is the use of Terbest 500 Tablet (7) 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 500 Tablet (7) 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 500 Tablet (7) 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 500 Tablet (7) on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Terbest for the heart.
Terbest 500 Tablet (7) 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 500 Tablet (7) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Terbest 500 Tablet (7) habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Terbest 500 Tablet (7) 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 500 Tablet (7) as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Terbest 500 Tablet (7) should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Terbest 500 Tablet (7) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Terbest 500 Tablet (7)
Taking Terbest 500 Tablet (7) with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Terbest 500 Tablet (7)
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Terbest 500 Tablet (7) 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
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