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AF-Ter Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

TERBINAFINE-250MG

Uses:

AF-Ter Tablet is used in the treatment of fungal infections. The detailed uses of AF-Ter Tablet are as follows: <br/>• Treatment of onychomycosis: AF-Ter Tablet is usually prescribed for fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails.<br/>• Management of tinea corporis: AF-Ter Tablet is used to treat ringworm infections throughout the body.<br/>• Relief of tinea cruris: AF-Ter Tablet is used to manage fungal infections in the groin area, also known as jock itch.<br/>• Control of tinea pedis: AF-Ter Tablet effectively treats athlete’s foot, a fungal infection of the feet.<br/>• Treatment of tinea capitis: AF-Ter Tablet is used to treat scalp ringworm, especially in children.<br/>• Support in resistant fungal infections: AF-Ter Tablet is used to treat fungal infections that do not respond well to topical treatments.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

AF-Ter Tablet is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of toenails and fingernails. It is also used to treat tinea capitis (scalp ringworm). AF-Ter 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. Thus, it kills fungi and clears the infection.

FAQs

AF-Ter Tablet is used to treat fungal infections of toenails and fingernails.

AF-Ter 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 AF-Ter Tablet as it may increase the adverse effects of caffeine.

AF-Ter 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 AF-Ter Tablet, such as a rash, please consult a doctor.

AF-Ter Tablet may cause changes in taste or loss of taste as a side effect. It may usually improve within several weeks after stopping AF-Ter 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 a change in mood or depressive symptoms, inform your doctor.

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

AF-Ter Tablet is not recommended for patients with chronic or active liver disease. Your doctor may recommend a liver function test to monitor whether your liver is functioning effectively. This is done since the medicine gets metabolised by liver enzymes, and any inefficiency in liver function can lead to increased levels of AF-Ter Tablet in the blood, resulting in increased side effects and toxicity. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any liver disease or cirrhosis and about the medicines you may be taking, as taking AF-Ter Tablet with another medicine can lead to liver toxicity.

Yes, AF-Ter Tablet may cause skin reactions in sensitive people. There are rare reports of people developing serious skin/hypersensitivity reactions like toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, and other severe skin reactions with AF-Ter Tablet. Therefore, do not take AF-Ter Tablet without consulting your doctor. If you experience any type of skin reaction or rashes, stop taking it immediately and inform your doctor.

AF-Ter Tablet is effective as an antifungal medicine if taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop taking AF-Ter Tablet too early, the fungus may continue to grow and the infection may recur or worsen.

You are recommended to take AF-Ter Tablet for as long as your doctor advises. The usual duration of treatment for Tinea corporis (ringworms), Tinea pedis (fungal infection in the foot), and Tinea cruris (fungal infection in the groin) is about 2 to 4 weeks, though it can occasionally be extended to 6 weeks. Treatment for fungal infections of nails typically varies from 6 to 12 weeks, with fingernail fungal infections taking up to 6 weeks and toenail fungal infections taking up to 12 weeks. However, the exact duration is determined by the doctor, depending on the site of infection, the type of infection, and the patient’s response to the therapy.

Caffeinated drinks such as tea and coffee should be taken with caution while on treatment with AF-Ter Tablet. AF-Ter Tablet decreases the metabolism rate of caffeine by 19% which is a key constituent of coffee, thereby increasing the caffeine levels in the blood and may lead to side effects such as headache, jitteriness, increased heartbeat, and restlessness.

Yes, AF-Ter Tablet can be taken with or without food.

AF-Ter Tablet may cause side effects such as nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, stomach pain, taste disturbance and headache. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Avoid alcohol consumption while taking AF-Ter Tablet and use sunscreen while going out in the sun, as AF-Ter Tablet may increase skin sensitivity. Regular monitoring of liver function is recommended while taking AF-Ter Tablet.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women are advised to consult their doctor before taking AF-Ter Tablet to discuss the possible risks and benefits.

If you suspect an overdose of AF-Ter Tablet, seek medical help immediately. Symptoms may include dizziness, nausea, and vomiting.