Terbest 500 Tablet
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Product introduction
Terbest 500 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals It is used to treat a wide range of fungal infections of the skin and nails, including ringworm. It works by killing the fungi that cause the infection.
Terbest 500 Tablet can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early, the fungus may continue to grow and the infection may return or worsen.
This medicine's most common side effects include rash, headache, nausea, and abnormal liver enzyme. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Your doctor will monitor your liver function regularly during treatment.
Uses of Terbest Tablet
Benefits of Terbest Tablet
In Fungal infections
Terbest 500 Tablet is an antifungal medicine. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungus causing the infection. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full dose your doctor has prescribed. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Terbest Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Terbest
- Headache
- Taste change
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Indigestion
- Abnormal liver enzyme
- Flatulence
- Itching
How to use Terbest Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Terbest 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Terbest 500 Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Avoid Terbest 500 Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
How Terbest Tablet works
Terbest 500 Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Terbest 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Terbest 500 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Terbest 500 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Terbest 500 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Terbest 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Terbest 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Terbest 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Terbest 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Terbest Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Terbest 500 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Terbest 500 Tablet helps treat fungal infections of the skin and nails.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Treatment may be needed for 2 to 6 weeks for skin infections and 6 weeks to 6 months for nail infections.
- Your doctor may monitor your liver function regularly during treatment. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Allylamine
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor
Interaction with drugs
Taking Terbest with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase the risk of recurrent breast cancer.
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Terbinafine may raise blood levels of Metoprolol Succinate.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Metoprolol Succinate with Terbinafine. If concurrent use is essential, ple
Concurrent use may cause a toxic rise in Carbamazepine levels in the blood.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Terbinafine may raise blood levels of Aripiprazole.
Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Terbinafine may raise blood levels of Iloperidone.
Your doctor may adjust the dose of Iloperidone as per the observations.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Terbest 500 Tablet
Thrice A Day
71%
Twice A Day
14%
Once A Day
14%
What are you using Terbest Tablet for?
Fungal infect*
97%
Others
3%
*Fungal infections
How much was the improvement?
Average
35%
Poor
35%
Excellent
30%
What were the side-effects while using Terbest 500 Tablet?
Skin rash
29%
No Side Effec*
19%
Rash
14%
Itching
10%
Headache
10%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Terbest Tablet?
With food
81%
With or witho*
14%
Empty stomach
5%
*With or without food
Please rate Terbest 500 Tablet on price
Average
47%
Expensive
30%
Not Expensive
23%
FAQs
Can Terbest 500 Tablet be safe for use in patients with liver cirrhosis?
Oral intake of Terbest 500 Tablet is not recommended in patients with chronic or active liver disease. Your doctor may prescribe a liver function test to check whether the liver is functioning effectively or not. This is done because the medicine gets metabolized by liver enzymes and any inefficiency in liver function can lead to increased levels of the medication in the blood, resulting in increased side effects and toxicity. Therefore, it is important to inform your doctor if you have any liver disease or cirrhosis. Also, inform your doctor about the medicines you may be taking as taking Terbest 500 Tablet with another medicine can lead to liver toxicity and Terbest 500 Tablet by acting on the liver enzymes can change the levels of other drugs. Your doctor may suggest periodic monitoring (after 4-6 weeks of treatment) of liver function test and make dose adjustments accordingly.
Does Terbest 500 Tablet cause any skin reactions?
Yes, sensitive individuals may develop skin reactions while using Terbest 500 Tablet. There are rare reports of people developing serious skin/hypersensitivity reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and other severe skin reactions with Terbest 500 Tablet. Therefore, do not take this medication without consulting your physician. And, in case you encounter any type of skin reaction or rashes, stop the medication immediately and report to the doctor.
Is Terbest 500 Tablet effective?
Terbest 500 Tablet is effective as an anti fungal medicine if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop taking this medicine too early, the fungus may continue to grow and the infection may return or worsen.
How long do I need to take Terbest 500 Tablet?
The usual duration of treatment for Tinea pedis (fungal infection in the foot), Tinea corporis (ringworms), and Tinea cruris (fungal infection in the groin) is about 2 to 4 weeks. The duration may sometimes be extended to 6 weeks. For fungal infections of nails, the duration of treatment usually varies from 6 to 12 weeks. For fingernail fungal infections it may take 6 weeks whereas toenail fungal infection may take about 12 weeks. However, the exact duration of the therapy is decided by the doctor depending upon the type of infection, the site of infection, and the patient’s response to the therapy.
Can I drink tea or coffee while taking Terbest 500 Tablet?
Caffeinated drinks like tea and coffee should be taken with caution while being on treatment with Terbest 500 Tablet. Terbest 500 Tablet decreases the rate of metabolism of caffeine by 19% which is an important constituent of coffee, thereby increasing the levels of caffeine in the blood. These increased levels of caffeine may lead to side effects such as jitteriness, headache, increased heartbeat, and restlessness.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Address: 101, Pragati Chambers, Commercial Complex, Ranjit Nagar, New Delhi-110008
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: August, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: August, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Terbest 500 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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