Zoterb 250 MG Tablet

Sold under the brand name Lamisil, it is used in the treatment of various fungal disorders and has been proven to be effective against fungal infections such as athletes foot, jock itch, pityriasis Versicolor and ringworms. It is either taken orally or is applied to the skin as a cream or an ointment.

It basically is an anti-fungus agent, but the cream and ointment also help relieve the itching, burning and cracking and scaling from the infections caused by the fungus. If it’s being used as a cream or as an ointment, it has to be applied on dry and clear skin.

Do not apply the cream/ointment on the eyes, nose, mouth or inside intimate areas. Use once daily, preferably at the same time. Avoid applying it on nails and scalps unless suggested by the doctor. Apply until the symptoms are reduced and for a few more days so that the infection does not resurface.

This medication does not pose any serious side effect, however, it is still advised to use it in moderation. Serious drug allergies are rare.

Terbinafine is primarily used for the following condition:

• Fungal Infections

• Liver Disease

• Allergy

Side effects of Terbinafine are as follows:

• Loss Of Appetite

• Feeling Of Fullness

• Indigestion

• Feeling Sick

• Diarrhoea

• Joint Pain

• Muscle Pain

• How long is the duration of effect?

  Both the effects of the ointment/cream and tablets are roughly between 12-24 hours. The symptons may begin to resurface after that period of time.

• What is the onset of action?

  . The effect is usually felt within an hour of application or after taken orally. It takes roughly about 2-3 weeks for it to completely clear the fungus and about 6 weeks in case of toenails.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Generally safe for use, it is only recommended only if clearly needed.

• Is it habit forming?

  No this drug is not known to be addictive, however, one should not prolong the use of this medicine after 2 weeks since start.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The drug passes through milk while breast feeding, when taken orally. It is not known if the drug passes through breast-milk when applied as an ointment/cream.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No it is not safe with alcohol.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Yes, it is safe to drive if you have applied the ointment/cream , though some drivers have reported to feel dizzy or giddly if they have take the tablets oraly.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Kidney functions are not know to be affected.

• Does this affect liver function?

  People suffering from Liver problems are not advised to take this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Zoterb 250 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Fintrix 250 MG Tablet

  Micro Labs Ltd

• Fungotek 250 MG Tablet

  Fdc Ltd

• Tebif 250 MG Tablet

  Unichem Laboratories Ltd

• Terbicip 250 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Zimig 250 MG Tablet

  Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Do not overapply the ointment if missed the previous time. Do not take more that one tablet per day.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Though overdose is not very common, Consulting a doctor is highly recommended.

• India

• United States

• Japan

Zoterb 250 MG Tablet decreases ergosterol production by disrupting the activity of cytochrome P450, inhibiting the formation of the cell membrane of susceptible fungi like Candida and Micosporum.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  This medicine is not at all recommend for people suffering from Liver diseases.

• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  The medicine reacts with alcohol

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Most interactions of trebinafine with other drugs seem to increase and enhance them. Drugs such as Fluconazole, Cymbalta, Metoprolol Succinate ER, Norco . Its is advisable to Consult your doctor before starting a combination of any medicines.