Top OF 150mg Tablet DT is used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane thereby stopping the growth of fungi.
Top OF 150mg Tablet DT should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole and can be taken with or without food. The dosage and length of treatment will depend on the condition you are being treated for. Sometimes this will be in cycles of use and non-use. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment. Tell your doctor if the infection does not get better or if it gets worse. Avoid taking antacid treatments within one hour before or two hours after you take it.
The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, headache, and nausea. You could ask your doctor about ways of preventing or reducing these effects. Stop taking medicine and inform your doctor if you notice signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, swelling of the lips, throat, or face, swallowing or breathing problems, dizziness, and nausea.
Do not take Top OF 150mg Tablet DT if you are pregnant unless your doctor has told you to. Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart failure, a weak immune system (including HIV/AIDS), kidney problems, or liver problems such as yellow skin (jaundice). This medicine may not be suitable for you. If your course of treatment is for more than a month, your doctor may monitor your liver function. This medicine may make you dizzy so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.
Top OF 150mg Tablet DT is an antifungal medicine. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi that causes the infection. It helps treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body.
The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Top OF Tablet DT
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 Top OF
Headache
Nausea
Stomach pain
Rash
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Increased alanine aminotransferase
Increased aspartate aminotransferase
How to use Top OF Tablet DT
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Top OF 150mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Top OF Tablet DT works
Top OF 150mg Tablet DT 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 Top OF 150mg Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Top OF 150mg Tablet DT is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Top OF 150mg Tablet DT 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
Top OF 150mg Tablet DT may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Top OF 150mg Tablet DT may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Top OF 150mg Tablet DT is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor. Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.
Liver
CAUTION
Top OF 150mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Top OF 150mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Top OF Tablet DT?
If you miss a dose of Top OF 150mg Tablet DT, 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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Your doctor has prescribed Top OF 150mg Tablet DT to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
Inform your doctor if you develop severe skin rash like blistering of the skin along with fever.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Azole derivatives {Imidazoles}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor
Interaction with drugs
Taking Top OF with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Top OF 150mg Tablet DT is an antifungal medicine. It is used for the treatment of many fungal infections like Cryptococcal meningitis (fungal infection in the brain) and Coccidioidomycosis (a disease of the lungs). Additionally, it is helpful in the treatment of infections caused by Candida found in the bloodstream, body organs (e.g., heart, lungs) or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat, and denture sore mouth), and genital thrush (infection of the vagina or penis). It can also be used to treat skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, nail infection.
Can Top OF 150mg Tablet DT be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Top OF 150mg Tablet DT has been reported to have a minor interaction when taken with estradiol (a component of oral contraceptives). It can increase the level or effect of estradiol when given along with it. Before starting the treatment with Top OF 150mg Tablet DT inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.
Can Top OF 150mg Tablet DT cause hair loss?
Top OF 150mg Tablet DT may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If during the treatment you experience hair loss, inform your doctor.
Is Top OF 150mg Tablet DT effective?
Yes, Top OF 150mg Tablet DT is effective when 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 using Top OF 150mg Tablet DT too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Is Top OF 150mg Tablet DT fungistatic or fungicidal?
Top OF 150mg Tablet DT is primarily fungistatic which means it controls the growth of fungus). However, it may also act as a fungicidal (kills fungus) medicine against certain organisms, specifically Cryptococcus in a dose-dependent manner, specifically Cryptococcus.
Does Top OF 150mg Tablet DT treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Top OF 150mg Tablet DT is used to treat urinary tract infections (UTI) caused mainly by Candida. However, bacteria growth can also cause UTI in some cases. If you are suffering from UTI, please consult your doctor as the cause of infection (fungal or bacterial, or other) needs to be identified before the start of any treatment.
Can I take Top OF 150mg Tablet DT with alcohol?
Yes, Top OF 150mg Tablet DT can be taken with alcohol. No interactions have been reported between the two. However, it is better to consult your doctor on the use of alcohol before taking Top OF 150mg Tablet DT to avoid any side effects and get the maximum benefit of Top OF 150mg Tablet DT.
What if I forget to take a dose of Top OF 150mg Tablet DT?
If you have missed a dose of Top OF 150mg Tablet DT, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Can I take Top OF 150mg Tablet DT for yeast infection?
Yes, Top OF 150mg Tablet DT can be used for the treatment of yeast (candidal) infection. However, if you think you are suffering from a yeast infection, consult your doctor. This is because proper diagnosis is required before starting any therapy.
Is Top OF 150mg Tablet DT a steroid?
No, Top OF 150mg Tablet DT is not a steroid. Top OF 150mg Tablet DT belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Does Top OF 150mg Tablet DT treat bacterial vaginosis?
No, Top OF 150mg Tablet DT does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Top OF 150mg Tablet DT is used to treat infection of the vagina caused by Candida (a fungal infection). If you think you are suffering from bacterial vaginosis, consult your doctor. This is because the diagnosis of your infection (whether it is fungal or bacterial) is required to start your treatment.
Does Top OF 150mg Tablet DT make you feel tired?
Yes, Top OF 150mg Tablet DT can make you feel tired. If you experience excessive tiredness during the treatment with this medicine, consult your doctor. The reason for tiredness could be a sign of an underlying liver problem as Top OF 150mg Tablet DT can affect your liver.
Is Top OF 150mg Tablet DT over the counter (OTC)?
No, Top OF 150mg Tablet DT is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Is Top OF 150mg Tablet DT safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Top OF 150mg Tablet DT is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Top OF 150mg Tablet DT during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Top OF 150mg Tablet DT is prescribed in pregnant women only if the benefits of the medicine outweigh the risks involved. However, if a woman gets pregnant during the treatment with Top OF 150mg Tablet DT, she must be well informed about the potential harm to the baby. If you are planning to conceive, are pregnant, or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Top OF 150mg Tablet DT.
I feel better now, can I stop taking Top OF 150mg Tablet DT?
No, you should not stop taking Top OF 150mg Tablet DT suddenly without consulting your doctor. This is because suddenly stopping the medication may worsen your condition and your infection may return. Continue your medication even if you feel better as your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Stopping the medication too early could allow the fungus to continue to grow and hence, prevent complete healing.
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