Terf 60mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Terf 60mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms like itching, swelling, and rashes.
Terf 60mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. The dose may vary depending on what you are taking it for. Take it as it has been prescribed by your doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or you may need to take it every day to prevent symptoms from happening.
This drug has been banned due to its serious side effects.
Terf 60mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. The dose may vary depending on what you are taking it for. Take it as it has been prescribed by your doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or you may need to take it every day to prevent symptoms from happening.
This drug has been banned due to its serious side effects.
Uses of Terf Tablet
Benefits of Terf Tablet
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
Terf 60mg Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. There are some serious side effects associated with this medicine due to which the use of this medicine is not allowed.
Side effects of Terf 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 Terf
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Increased liver enzymes
- Joint pain
- Loss of appetite
- Muscle pain
- Nausea
- Rash
- Stomach pain
How to use Terf 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. Terf 60mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Terf Tablet works
Terf 60mg Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Terf 60mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Terf 60mg 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
CAUTION
Terf 60mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Terf 60mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Terf 60mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Terf 60mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Terf Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Terf 60mg 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
- Your doctor has prescribed Terf 60mg Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
- Stop taking Terf 60mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Diphenylmethanes Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Why is Terf 60mg Tablet banned?
There are some serious side effects associated with this medicine which can prove to be fatal at times. Therefore, the use of Terf 60mg Tablet is not allowed.
Is Terf 60mg Tablet the same as Fexofenadine?
No, Terf 60mg Tablet and Fexofenadine are different medicines. They belong to the same class of medicines known as antihistamines, used in the treatment of various allergic conditions.
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- Drugs.com. Terfenadine Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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