Terazol Tablets (Terbinafine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As terbinafine, administer 125 mg once daily twice, or 250 mg once daily. Treatment duration depends on the condition: 1) Dermatophyte infections - Athlete's foot (interdigital, plantar/moccasin type): 2 to 6 weeks, Tinea corporis: 2 to 4 weeks, Tinea cruris: 2 to 4 weeks. 2) Onychomycosis - Generally treated for 6 weeks to 3 months. If infection occurs in toenails or relatively small toes, or in younger patients, treatment duration may be shortened to less than 3 months. Treatment for nail infections usually lasts about 3 months, but some patients may require 6 months or longer. In cases where nail growth is slow, treatment duration may be extended.

Child dose

Administered to children aged 2 and above. For tinea capitis: 4 weeks. 1) Under 20 kg (under 5 years): 62.5 mg once daily. Administer based on consideration of the benefits and risks of treatment.

This medication should preferably not be used in patients with chronic liver disease or active liver disease. Before taking this medication, liver function tests must be conducted, and liver function should be regularly monitored during treatment. If symptoms of liver dysfunction occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately and a physician consulted. This medication should not be administered to patients with certain blood disorders, severe renal failure, children under 2 years of age, or breastfeeding women. Additionally, patients with hypersensitivity to this medication should not take it. Caution is required when administering to the elderly or those with impaired kidney function, and care should be taken when dosing in underweight children. This medication can cause severe skin reactions; therefore, it should be stopped immediately if symptoms like rash or itching occur. Special attention should be given if musculoskeletal symptoms like myalgia or arthralgia emerge. If serious side effects such as dizziness or hypotension occur, discontinue the medication immediately and inform healthcare professionals. This medication may interact with other drugs; thus, inform healthcare providers of any concurrent medications being taken. Specifically, dosage adjustments may be necessary when used with drugs metabolized in the liver. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits of using this medication, and breastfeeding should be discontinued if this medication is taken. In case of overdose, symptoms such as headache, nausea, and dizziness can occur, and immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored at room temperature away from direct sunlight. Dizziness may occur when driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blistering, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

Rash, skin itching, fever, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, malaise, photosensitivity reactions, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, erythema multiforme, toxic skin eruptions, exfoliative dermatitis, vesicular dermatitis, psoriasis-like rash, exacerbation of psoriasis, hair loss, musculoskeletal reactions (arthralgia, myalgia), weakness, elevated CPK, increased myoglobin in blood and urine, hypotension, chest tightness, erythema, facial swelling, lymphangiectasia, abdominal bloating, dyspepsia, diarrhea

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure and preferably kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain its efficacy for an extended period.

Appearance

White round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 200 tablets/bottle