What is TEXIFEN?
- TEXIFEN contains terbinafine hydrochloride which is an antifungal agent
What TEXIFEN is used for?
TEXIFEN is recommended for fungal infections such as
- Athletes’ foot when it occurs between the toes
- fungal nail infection (fungus inside and under the nail)
- Dhobie itch/ jock itch (tinea cruris) –Dhobie itch looks like a clearly bordered rash, which may have blisters
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Pregnancy & Breast Feeding
Children & Adolescents
Driving & Using Machines
Talk to your doctor before taking TEXIFEN, if you:
- are allergic (hypersensitive) to terbinafine or any of the ingredients in the product
- Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless advised to by your doctor, ask your doctor for advice before using this medicine
- TEXIFEN is not recommended for use on children under 16 years of age
- TEXIFEN is not expected to affect your ability to drive or operate machinery
- Please tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including those obtained without a prescription
- Sprinkle the powder over the affected part or as prescribed by the physician
If you take more TEXIFEN
- If you or someone else swallows the medicine, go to your doctor or nearest hospital emergency department immediately
If you forget to use TEXIFEN
- If you miss an application, apply this medicine as soon as possible then continue your treatment as before. If you only remember at the time of your next application, just apply the medicine and carry on as normal
If you stop using TEXIFEN
- Infections may come back if you do not use the medicine regularly or if you stop the treatment too early
Like all medicines, TEXIFEN can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
- severe itching of the skin, with a red rash or raised lumps, hives or blisters
- skin peeling
- itching
- skin lesions, scab, skin colour changes, redness, burning
- pain and irritation at site of application
- dry skin
- contact dermatitis
- eczema
- eye irritation
- worsening of symptoms
- Keep out of reach of children
- Keep the tube closed and in the carton
- Do not use this medicine after the expiry date
- Store at room temperature (15-25ºC)
Disclaimer:
The contents of this website are for informational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
