Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Does Tef treat ringworm?
Tef is used for the treatment of ringworm (dermatophytosis) infection. It is also used for the treatment of fungal infections of the groin area, toe and finger nails (yellow, opaque and thickened nails) and the feet (athleteâs foot).
Q. Is Tef effective?
Tef is effective as an antifungal drug if used in the doses for a duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Tef interfere with birth control?
Tef can cause breakthrough bleeding and irregular periods when Tef are taken with oral contraceptives (birth control medications). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Does Tef treat tinea versicolor?
Tef is used to treat fungal infections affecting fingernails, toenails, and skin. It is not the preferred antifungal for tinea versicolor (yeast infection characterized by discolored skin usually on the back, underarms, upper arms, chest, and neck)
Q. Is Tef a steroid?
Tef is not a steroid. Tef belongs to a group of medicines called antifungal drugs.
Q. Is Tef fungicidal (kills fungi)?
Tef is fungicidal (kills fungi) against dermatophytes, molds and certain dimorphic fungi. The activity versus yeasts is fungicidal or fungistatic (stops the growth of fungi) depending on the species.
Q. Is Tef safe?
Tef is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Tef an antibiotic?
Tef is an antibiotic. It belongs to a group of medicines called antifungal drugs used for the treatment of many fungal infections.
Q. Is Tef available over the counter?
Tef is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It belongs to a class of prescription drugs which are available only when prescribed by a doctor.
Q. Is Tef dangerous?
Tef is not dangerous, it is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Tef with ibuprofen?
Tef can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Tef with amoxicillin?
Tef can be taken with amoxicillin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Tef with metronidazole?
Tef can be taken with metronidazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Tef with prednisone?
Tef can be taken with prednisone. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Tef with azithromycin?
Tef can be taken with azithromycin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Tef with phentermine?
Tef can be taken with phentermine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Tef with probiotics?
Tef can be taken with probiotics. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Tef with metformin?
Tef can be taken with metformin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Does Tef expire?
Yes, Tef does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check that before using any medicine.
Q. Does Tef treat candida (yeast)?
Tef exhibits poor efficacy against many candida (yeast) species. It is not recommended to use Tef for the treatment of candida infections. Please consult your doctor if you are suffering from candida infection as it requires proper diagnosis and treatment.
Q. Does Tef cause constipation?
Tef has not been reported to cause constipation. Please consult your doctor if you have constipation while taking Tef.
Q. Does Tef cause liver damage?
Tef can cause liver damage. Tef can cause liver failure and an increase in the liver enzymes. It is important to monitor liver function tests while taking Tef every 4-6 weeks of treatment. If there is any increased in the liver enzymes, immediately stop Tef and consult your doctor.
Q. Does Tef cause depression?
Tef can cause depression, however, it is not very common. Please consult your doctor if you have depression while taking Tef.
Q. Does Tef contain paracetamol (acetaminophen)?
Tef does not contain acetaminophen. Tef belongs to a group of medicines called antifungal drugs.
Q. Does Tef cause insomnia (difficulty to sleep)?
Tef has not been reported to cause insomnia (difficulty to sleep). Please consult your doctor if you have insomnia while taking Tef.
Q. Is Tef a sulfa drug?
Tef is an antifungal drug, not a sulfa drug. The chemical structure and mechanism of action of Tef is different from sulfa drugs.
Q. Does Tef cause hair loss?
Tef has been reported to cause hair loss in some patients. However, it is not a very common side effect. Please consult your doctor in case you have excessive hair loss while taking Tef.
Q. Does Tef cause weight gain?
Weight gain has not been reported with Tef. However, weight loss can occur in some patients. Consult your doctor if you have weight changes while taking Tef.
Q. Does Tef increase blood pressure?
Terbinfine does not cause increase in blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have blood pressure changes while taking Tef.
Q. Does Tef cause autism?
No, Tef has not been reported to cause autism. Please consult your doctor for any further information on the same.
Q. Does Tef cause an increase in blood sugar levels?
Tef has not shown to cause any increase in blood sugar levels. Consult your doctor if you experience any changes in blood sugar levels while taking Tef.
Q. Does Tef cause respiratory depression?
Tef has not shown to cause any symptoms of respiratory depression. Consult your doctor if you experience any such symptoms while taking Tef.Show moreShow less
