TERBIFACE 500 (500mg Terbinafine)

Product Information

Terbiface 500 mg Tablet belongs to the antifungal group of medicines.
It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails, including ringworm.
It works by killing the fungi that cause infection.

• Can be taken with or without food

• Take it at the same time each day to help remember

• Continue for the full course, even if you feel better

• Stopping early may cause the infection to return or worsen

Why is this Medication Prescribed?

Doctors prescribe Terbiface (Terbinafine) to treat fungal infections of the skin, hair, or nails when the infection cannot be cleared with topical antifungals alone.

Uses

• Ringworm (tinea) infections

• Nail fungal infections (onychomycosis)

• Other fungal skin infections as directed by your doctor

Benefits

• Kills and stops the growth of fungus

• Helps cure the infection fully when the full prescribed course is completed

• Reduces recurrence risk

How Should this Medicine be Used?

• Take as prescribed by your doctor

• Can be taken with or without meals

• Do not skip doses

• Complete the full treatment course

• Your doctor may monitor your liver function during treatment

Other Uses

Not routinely used for other purposes. Any off-label use should be guided strictly by a doctor.

⚠️ Liver Toxicity Warning
This medicine may cause liver damage. Your doctor may monitor your liver function with blood tests.

• Stop taking the medicine and seek medical help if you develop:
  • Yellowing of the skin or eyes

  • Dark urine

  • Persistent nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain

• Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine to reduce liver risk

Special Precautions

• Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease

• Tell your doctor if you are allergic to other antifungal medicines

• Share all medicines you are taking to avoid interactions

• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before use

Possible Side Effects

Common (usually mild):

• Headache

• Nausea

• Rash or itching

• Indigestion or abdominal pain

• Diarrhea

• Flatulence (gas)

• Abnormal liver enzymes (seen on blood tests)

• Taste changes

Seek medical advice if side effects persist or worsen.

Storage & Disposal

• Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight

• Keep out of reach of children

• Do not use after the expiry date

• Dispose of unused medicine safely; do not flush into water supply

Emergency Guidance

Seek urgent medical help if you experience:

• Severe allergic reaction (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing)

• Symptoms of liver damage (jaundice, dark urine, severe abdominal pain)

• Severe or persistent skin reactions