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Tenicine 250 mg Tablet contains Terbinafine, an antifungal medication used to treat various fungal infections.
Uses: Terbinafine is prescribed for treating fungal infections such as:
- Onychomycosis: fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails.
- Tinea corporis: ringworm of the body.
- Tinea cruris: jock itch, affecting the groin area.
- Tinea pedis: athlete's foot.
Dosage and Administration: The typical dosage is one 250 mg tablet taken orally once daily. The duration of treatment varies based on the infection type:
- Fingernail onychomycosis: 6 weeks.
- Toenail onychomycosis: 12 weeks.
- Tinea corporis and tinea cruris: 2 to 4 weeks.
- Tinea pedis: 2 to 6 weeks.
It's important to follow your doctor's instructions regarding dosage and duration.
Possible Side Effects: Common side effects may include:
- Headache.
- Changes in taste.
- Nausea.
- Abdominal pain.
- Diarrhea.
- Rash.
- Indigestion.
- Elevated liver enzymes.
- Flatulence.
- Itching.