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Composition :

TERBINAFINE-250MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Smotec Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Fungfine-250 Tablet

Fungfine-250 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antifungals. Tablets are used to treat fungal infections of toenails and fingernails. Oral granules are used to treat tinea capitis (scalp ringworm). Fungal nail infections (onychomycosis) are common infections of toenails or fingernails that causes the nail to become thick, discoloured, or more likely to break. Tinea capitis is a fungal infection of the scalp that is contagious and causes bald, itchy, and scaly patches of the ring shape.

Fungfine-250 Tablet contains Terbinafine, an antifungal that works by damaging the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thereby, kills fungi and clears the fungal infection.

Take Fungfine-250 Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you need to take Fungfine-250 Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, and change in taste or loss of taste. Most of these side effects of Fungfine-250 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Terbinafine, avoid taking Fungfine-250 Tablet. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Fungfine-250 Tablet. Avoid or limit sun exposure while using Fungfine-250 Tablet as it may make skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn. If you have depressive symptoms such as feeling worthless or sad, loss of interest or energy in daily activities, mood changes, restlessness, or change in sleep pattern, inform your doctor immediately. 

Uses of Fungfine-250 Tablet

Tablets: Onychomycosis (fungal nail infections)Oral granules: Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm)

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Oral granules: Take them as advised by the doctor. Sprinkle granules on a spoonful of pudding or other non-acidic, soft food such as mashed potatoes, and swallow without chewing. Avoid mixing granules with apple sauce or other fruit-based foods.

Medicinal Benefits

Fungfine-250 Tablet is an antifungal. Tablets are used to treat fungal infections of toenails and fingernails. Oral granules are used to treat tinea capitis (scalp ringworm).  Fungfine-250 Tablet destroys fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thereby, kills fungi and clears infection. 

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to terbinafine, avoid taking Fungfine-250 Tablet. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Fungfine-250 Tablet. Avoid or limit sun exposure while using Fungfine-250 Tablet as it may make skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn. If you have lupus (an autoimmune disease), weakened immune system, kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Fungfine-250 Tablet. If you have depressive symptoms such as feeling worthless or sad, loss of interest or energy in daily activities, mood changes, restlessness, or change in sleep pattern, inform your doctor immediately. 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Fungal nail infections (onychomycosis):

  • Keep your feet and hands clean and dry.
  • Cut your toenails and fingernails short and keep them clean.
  • Avoid sharing nail clippers with others.
  • In wet places such as changing rooms and gym showers, wear footwear to prevent fungal infections.
  • Chose a clean and licensed salon and make sure that all the instruments in the salon are sterilized after each use.
  • Avoid sun exposure while taking Fungfine-250 Tablet as it may make skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn.

Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm):

  • Shampoo your child's scalp regularly, especially after a haircut. 
  • Use scalp conditioning products such as pomades with selenium and coconut oil as they might help to prevent scalp ringworm.
  • Make sure your children wash their hands regularly even after playing with pets and keep their skin clean and dry.
  • Avoid infected animals.
  • Keep shared areas clean especially childcare centres and schools.
  • Teach children to avoid sharing personal items such as towels, clothing, hairbrushes, etc.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIFUNGALS - ORAL

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FAQs

Fungfine-250 Tablet works by damaging the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thereby, kills fungi and clears the fungal infection.

You are recommended to avoid foods containing chocolate and caffeine such as cocoa beans, tea, coffee, cola and energy drinks while taking Fungfine-250 Tablet as it may increase the adverse effects of caffeine.

Fungfine-250 Tablet may increase the skin sensitivity to sunlight. Therefore, avoid or limit exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. You are advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while going out to prevent sunburn. However, if you notice any unusual skin sensitivity while using Fungfine-250 Tablet such as a rash, please consult a doctor.

Fungfine-250 Tablet may cause changes in taste or loss of taste as a side effect. It may usually improve within several weeks after stopping Fungfine-250 Tablet, but may become permanent or last for a long time. However, if you have a poor appetite, unintended weight loss, loss of taste or changes in taste or change in mood or depressive symptoms, inform your doctor.

You are not recommended to stop using Fungfine-250 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may cause recurring infections. Therefore, take Fungfine-250 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Fungfine-250 Tablet, please consult your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CIMETIDINE
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • FLUCONAZOLE
  • METOPROLOL
  • DULOXETINE
  • DESIPRAMINE
  • CODEINE
  • TRAMADOL
  • WARFARIN
  • AMIODARONE
  • CICLOSPORIN

Special Advise

Your doctor may advise blood tests before you take Fungfine-250 Tablet to check for liver problems.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Fungal nail infections (onychomycosis): They are common infections of toenails or fingernails caused by different types of fungi living in the environment. These germs enter the nail through small cracks in the nail or surrounding skin and cause infection. The symptoms include thick, or discoloured (brown, yellow or white) nails and nails more likely to break. Unless it becomes severe, it is not painful usually. Fungal infections are more common in toenails than fingernails.

Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm): It is a fungal infection of the scalp that involves both hair and skin. It is contagious and the symptoms include dry, itchy, scaly patches, hair loss and redness. The name ringworm is due to its circular shape. It mostly occurs in children between 3 to 7 years of age.

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