Terfina
Composition for Terfina Products
Terfina Products are primarily used for
Fungal infectionsProducts for Terfina
Terfina 1% Cream
tube of 15 gm Cream
MRP₹75
Not Available
Substitute brands for Terfina
About Terfina Products
Terfina Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Terfina are Headache, Diarrhea, Rash, Itching, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Decreased appetite, Joint pain, Muscle pain, Urticaria, Dyspepsia, Skin exfoliation.
How Terfina Products work
Terbinafine is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
In Depth Information for Terfina Products
- Terfina 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.
- It can make your skin more sensitive to sun. Use broad-spectrum sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.
- 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.
- Your doctor has prescribed Terfina to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Patient Concerns about Terfina Products
Frequently asked questions about Terfina Products
Q. What is Terfina 1% Cream?
Terfina 1% Cream is a medication used to treat superficial fungal infections such as athlete’s foot, ringworm, and jock itch. It also helps treat fungal skin infections like pityriasis (tinea versicolor), which causes white or dark pigmentation on the face, neck, chest, arms, or legs. It acts by killing the causative fungus, thereby treating the infection.
Q. How do we apply Terfina 1% Cream on the skin?
Clean and dry the affected skin properly. Then, apply a thin layer of Terfina 1% Cream on and around the affected skin gently. Do not cover the area after applying the cream unless specified by the doctor. However, if the infection is present under the breasts, between the fingers, buttocks, or in the groin, then the cream should be applied properly, and the skin may be covered with a sterile dressing. Avoid getting the medicine into the eyes, nose, or mouth. Inform your doctor in case of any signs of increased irritation, redness, itching, burning, blistering, swelling, or oozing.
Q. Is Terfina 1% Cream safe in children?
Terfina 1% Cream has been approved for use only in people above 12 years of age. The safety of the medication has not been approved in children. Refrain from using it in children less than 12 years of age unless prescribed by the doctor.
Q. I feel better now. Can I stop using Terfina 1% Cream?
No, do not stop taking Terfina 1% Cream without consulting your doctor, even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.