Ifin 250mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Terbinafine (250mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ifin 250mg Tablet is an antifungal medication used to treat a wide range of fungal infections of the skin and nails, including ringworm.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Ifin 250mg 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.
Directions for Use
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. Ifin 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Ifin 250mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ifin 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Ifin 250mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Ifin 250mg 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.
Interacting Medicines
Amisulpride Aripiprazole Chlorpromazine Cilostazol
How it works
Ifin 250mg Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Quick Tips
Ifin 250mg 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Ifin 250mg Tablet be safe for use in patients with liver cirrhosis?
Oral intake of Ifin 250mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with chronic or active liver disease. Your doctor may prescribe a liver function test to check the liver's ability to process drugs and how well it is functioning before initiating treatment with Ifin 250mg Tablet. This is done because the medicine gets metabolized by liver enzymes, and any inefficiency in liver function can increase medication levels in the blood, leading to increased side effects and toxicity. Therefore, inform your doctor about any pre-existing liver disease or cirrhosis. Also, tell your doctor about all other medications you are taking as some drug interactions may occur with Ifin 250mg Tablet, especially those affecting the liver.
Does Ifin 250mg Tablet cause any skin reactions?
Some individuals may experience skin reactions while using Ifin 250mg Tablet. Rare reports of severe skin/hypersensitivity reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis have been documented with Ifin 250mg Tablet. Do not take this medication without consulting your physician. If you notice any type of skin reaction, such as rashes, stop the medicine immediately and report it to your doctor.
Is Ifin 250mg Tablet effective?
Ifin 250mg Tablet is an effective antifungal medication when used as prescribed by your physician. It is crucial not to discontinue treatment even if you experience improvement in your condition. Stopping early might allow the fungus to continue growing, resulting in a recurrence or worsening of the infection.
How long do I need to take Ifin 250mg Tablet?
The usual duration for Ifin 250mg Tablet treatment for Tinea pedis (fungal infection of the feet), Tinea corporis (ringworm), and Tinea cruris (fungal infection in the groin) is approximately 2 to 4 weeks. The duration may occasionally extend to 6 weeks. For fungal infections of nails, treatment duration can vary from 6 to 12 weeks depending on the type of nail infection. For fingernail infections, it might take 6 weeks while for toenail infections, it could be around 12 weeks. However, the exact duration is determined by your doctor based on factors such as the specific type of infection, location of infection, and how your body responds to treatment.
Can I drink tea or coffee while taking Ifin 250mg Tablet?
Consuming caffeinated drinks like tea and coffee should be done with caution while taking Ifin 250mg Tablet. This is because Ifin 250mg Tablet decreases the rate of caffeine metabolism by approximately 19%, leading to increased caffeine levels in the blood. This could potentially cause side effects such as jitteriness, headache, rapid heartbeat, and restlessness.
