How Terbinafine works

Terbinafine is an antifungal medication. It stops the growth of fungus by preventing them from forming their own protective covering which is required for their survival in the human.

Side Effects

Nausea, Abdominal pain, Skin rash, Increased liver enzymes

Usage

Terbinafine is used in the treatment of fungal infections.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Does Terbinafine treat ringworm?

Terbinafine 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 (athlete’s foot).

Q. Is Terbinafine effective?

Terbinafine is effective as an antifungal drug if used in the doses for a duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Does Terbinafine interfere with birth control?

Terbinafine can cause breakthrough bleeding and irregular periods when Terbinafine are taken with oral contraceptives (birth control medications). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Does Terbinafine treat tinea versicolor?

Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine a steroid?

Terbinafine is not a steroid. Terbinafine belongs to a group of medicines called antifungal drugs.

Q. Is Terbinafine fungicidal (kills fungi)?

Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine safe?

Terbinafine is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Q. Is Terbinafine an antibiotic?

Terbinafine is an antibiotic. It belongs to a group of medicines called antifungal drugs used for the treatment of many fungal infections.

Q. Is Terbinafine available over the counter?

Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine dangerous?

Terbinafine is not dangerous, it is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Q. Can I take Terbinafine with ibuprofen?

Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine with amoxicillin?

Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine with metronidazole?

Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine with prednisone?

Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine with azithromycin?

Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine with phentermine?

Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine with probiotics?

Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine with metformin?

Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine expire?

Yes, Terbinafine does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check that before using any medicine.

Q. Does Terbinafine treat candida (yeast)?

Terbinafine exhibits poor efficacy against many candida (yeast) species. It is not recommended to use Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine cause constipation?

Terbinafine has not been reported to cause constipation. Please consult your doctor if you have constipation while taking Terbinafine.

Q. Does Terbinafine cause liver damage?

Terbinafine can cause liver damage. Terbinafine can cause liver failure and an increase in the liver enzymes. It is important to monitor liver function tests while taking Terbinafine every 4-6 weeks of treatment. If there is any increased in the liver enzymes, immediately stop Terbinafine and consult your doctor.

Q. Does Terbinafine cause depression?

Terbinafine can cause depression, however, it is not very common. Please consult your doctor if you have depression while taking Terbinafine.

Q. Does Terbinafine contain paracetamol (acetaminophen)?

Terbinafine does not contain acetaminophen. Terbinafine belongs to a group of medicines called antifungal drugs.

Q. Does Terbinafine cause insomnia (difficulty to sleep)?

Terbinafine has not been reported to cause insomnia (difficulty to sleep). Please consult your doctor if you have insomnia while taking Terbinafine.

Q. Is Terbinafine a sulfa drug?

Terbinafine is an antifungal drug, not a sulfa drug. The chemical structure and mechanism of action of Terbinafine is different from sulfa drugs.

Q. Does Terbinafine cause hair loss?

Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine.

Q. Does Terbinafine cause weight gain?

Weight gain has not been reported with Terbinafine. However, weight loss can occur in some patients. Consult your doctor if you have weight changes while taking Terbinafine.

Q. Does Terbinafine increase blood pressure?

Terbinfine does not cause increase in blood pressure. Consult your doctor in case you have blood pressure changes while taking Terbinafine.

Q. Does Terbinafine cause autism?

No, Terbinafine has not been reported to cause autism. Please consult your doctor for any further information on the same.

Q. Does Terbinafine cause an increase in blood sugar levels?

Terbinafine 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 Terbinafine.

Q. Does Terbinafine cause respiratory depression?

Terbinafine has not shown to cause any symptoms of respiratory depression. Consult your doctor if you experience any such symptoms while taking Terbinafine.