Skitofine 250 Tablet
Manufacturer
Rockmed Pharma Pvt. Ltd.
Salt Composition
Terbinafine (250mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Skitofine 250 Tablet is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails. It works by killing the fungus causing the infection.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Skitofine 250 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 fungus that causes the infection.
Directions for Use
Take Skitofine 250 Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Skitofine 250 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Skitofine 250 Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Headache Taste change Nausea Abdominal pain Diarrhea Rash Indigestion Abnormal liver enzyme Flatulence Itching
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Skitofine 250 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Skitofine 250 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
Skitofine 250 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Tamoxifen (Oral Route) Metoprolol Succinate (Oral Route) Carbamazepine (Oral Route) Aripiprazole (Oral Route) Iloperidone (Oral Route)
How it works
Skitofine 250 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
Skitofine 250 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 are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Skitofine 250 Tablet be safe for use in patients with liver cirrhosis?
Oral intake of Skitofine 250 Tablet is not recommended in patients with chronic or active liver disease. Your doctor may prescribe a liver function test to check whether your liver is functioning effectively or not. Inform your doctor if you have any liver disease or cirrhosis. Your doctor may suggest periodic monitoring (after 4-6 weeks of treatment) of liver function test and make dose adjustments accordingly.
Does Skitofine 250 Tablet cause any skin reactions?
Yes, sensitive individuals may develop skin reactions while using Skitofine 250 Tablet. There are reports of people developing serious skin/hypersensitivity reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and other severe skin reactions. Do not take this medication without consulting your physician. Stop usage and seek medical help immediately if such reactions occur.
Is Skitofine 250 Tablet effective?
Skitofine 250 Tablet is effective as an antifungal medicine if used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop taking this medicine too early, the fungus may continue to grow and the infection may return or worsen.
How long do I need to take Skitofine 250 Tablet?
The usual duration of treatment for Tinea pedis (fungal infection in the foot), Tinea corporis (ringworm), and Tinea cruris (fungal infection in the groin) is about 2 to 4 weeks. Fungal infections of nails may take about 12 weeks. For fingernail fungal infections it may take 6 to 12 weeks. The exact duration depends on what your doctor prescribes.
