Elvina 250250mg
Tablet
Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Elvina 250 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, th... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Elvina 250 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Elvina 250 is used to treat a wide range of fungal infections of the skin and nails, including ringworm. It works by killing the fungus that causes the ... View More
Uses of Elvina 250
- Fungal skin infections
Side effects of Elvina 250
- Skin peeling
How to use Elvina 250
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and ... View More
How Elvina 250 works
Elvina 250 is an antifungal medication which treats skin infections. It works by killing the fungi on the skin by destroying their cell membrane.
What if you forget to take Elvina 250?
If you miss a dose of Elvina 250, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to you... View More
- Elvina 250 helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.
- Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It can take a few weeks for the infection to clear and a few months before the skin returns to its normal color.
- Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
- It can make your skin more sensitive to sun. Use broad-spectrum sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.
- Avoid getting in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after four weeks of treatment.
Indication
Tinea pedis, Tinea cruris, Tinea corporis, Dermatophytosis, Nail infections
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral Onychomycosis Adult: 250 mg once daily for 6 weeks (fingernail) or 12 weeks (toenail) Tinea Pedis, Tinea Corporis, Tinea Cruris Adult: 250 mg... View More
Child Dose
Tinea Capitis >4 years (<25 kg): 125 mg/day PO for 6 weeks >4 years (25-35 kg): 187.5 mg/day PO for 6 weeks >4 years (>35 kg): 250 mg/day PO for ... View More
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: Use not recommended if CrCl <50 mL/min
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity, active or chronic liver disease, lactation.
Mode of Action
Terbinafine causes fungal cell death by inhibiting squalene epoxidase, the main enzyme in sterol biosynthesis, resulting in ergosterol deficiency within... View More
Precaution
Preexisting liver or renal impairment, pregnancy. Perform liver function tests prior to oral therapy. Lactation: Drug excreted in breast milk; do not... View More
Side Effect
>10% Headache (13%) 1-10% Rash (6%),Pruritus (3%),Nausea (3%),Diarrhea (6%),Dyspepsia (4%),Abdominal pain (2%),Taste disturbance (3%),Elevated live... View More
Interaction
Possible increase in levels in drugs metabolised by CYP450 2D6. Decreased terbinafine concentration with rifampicin; increased terbinafine concentration... View More
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