Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Does Terbinaforce treat ringworm?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce effective?
Terbinaforce is effective as an antifungal drug if used in the doses for a duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Terbinaforce interfere with birth control?
Terbinaforce can cause breakthrough bleeding and irregular periods when Terbinaforce are taken with oral contraceptives (birth control medications). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Does Terbinaforce treat tinea versicolor?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce a steroid?
Terbinaforce is not a steroid. Terbinaforce belongs to a group of medicines called antifungal drugs.
Q. Is Terbinaforce fungicidal (kills fungi)?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce safe?
Terbinaforce is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Terbinaforce an antibiotic?
Terbinaforce is an antibiotic. It belongs to a group of medicines called antifungal drugs used for the treatment of many fungal infections.
Q. Is Terbinaforce available over the counter?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce dangerous?
Terbinaforce is not dangerous, it is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Terbinaforce with ibuprofen?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce with amoxicillin?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce with metronidazole?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce with prednisone?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce with azithromycin?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce with phentermine?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce with probiotics?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce with metformin?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce expire?
Yes, Terbinaforce does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check that before using any medicine.
Q. Does Terbinaforce treat candida (yeast)?
Terbinaforce exhibits poor efficacy against many candida (yeast) species. It is not recommended to use Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce cause constipation?
Terbinaforce has not been reported to cause constipation. Please consult your doctor if you have constipation while taking Terbinaforce.
Q. Does Terbinaforce cause liver damage?
Terbinaforce can cause liver damage. Terbinaforce can cause liver failure and an increase in the liver enzymes. It is important to monitor liver function tests while taking Terbinaforce every 4-6 weeks of treatment. If there is any increased in the liver enzymes, immediately stop Terbinaforce and consult your doctor.
Q. Does Terbinaforce cause depression?
Terbinaforce can cause depression, however, it is not very common. Please consult your doctor if you have depression while taking Terbinaforce.
Q. Does Terbinaforce contain paracetamol (acetaminophen)?
Terbinaforce does not contain acetaminophen. Terbinaforce belongs to a group of medicines called antifungal drugs.
Q. Does Terbinaforce cause insomnia (difficulty to sleep)?
Terbinaforce has not been reported to cause insomnia (difficulty to sleep). Please consult your doctor if you have insomnia while taking Terbinaforce.
Q. Is Terbinaforce a sulfa drug?
Terbinaforce is an antifungal drug, not a sulfa drug. The chemical structure and mechanism of action of Terbinaforce is different from sulfa drugs.
Q. Does Terbinaforce cause hair loss?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce.
Q. Does Terbinaforce cause weight gain?
Weight gain has not been reported with Terbinaforce. However, weight loss can occur in some patients. Consult your doctor if you have weight changes while taking Terbinaforce.
Q. Does Terbinaforce increase blood pressure?
Terbinfine does not cause increase in blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have blood pressure changes while taking Terbinaforce.
Q. Does Terbinaforce cause autism?
No, Terbinaforce has not been reported to cause autism. Please consult your doctor for any further information on the same.
Q. Does Terbinaforce cause an increase in blood sugar levels?
Terbinaforce 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 Terbinaforce.
Q. Does Terbinaforce cause respiratory depression?
Terbinaforce has not shown to cause any symptoms of respiratory depression. Consult your doctor if you experience any such symptoms while taking Terbinaforce.Show moreShow less
