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Sebifin Dusting Powder may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Sebifin Dusting Powder is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Sebifin 1% w/w Dusting Powder

Terbinafine(1% w/w)

Sebifin dusting powder uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections.

How sebifin dusting powder works

Sebifin Dusting Powder is an antifungal medication that treats skin infections. It works by killing the fungi on the skin by destroying their cell membrane.

Common side effects of sebifin dusting powder

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), Skin peeling, Abdominal pain, Headache, Rash, Nausea, Diarrhea, Indigestion, Itching

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Expert advice FOR Sebifin Dusting Powder

  • Terbinafine 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR Sebifin 1% w/w Dusting Powder

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Q. What is Sebifin Dusting Powder?
Sebifin Dusting Powder is a medication used to treat superficial fungal infections such as athlete’s foot, ringworm, and jock itch. It also helps to treat fungal skin infections like pityriasis (tinea versicolor), which causes white or dark pigmentation on the face, neck, chest, arms, or legs. It acts by killing the causative fungus, thereby treating the infection.
Q. How long does it take for Sebifin Dusting Powder to work on the skin?
Sebifin Dusting Powder is an antifungal medicine that acts on the skin and cures fungal skin infections. The usual dosage of Sebifin Dusting Powder is once or twice daily. The duration of the treatment varies from 1 to 2 weeks depending upon the type of fungal skin infection. The doctor may even extend the duration of the therapy depending upon the person’s response to the medication. You will see noticeable results within a few days, but you still need to continue the medication for the prescribed duration to cure the fungal infection completely. Do not stop using it without completing the course.
Q. How do we apply Sebifin Dusting Powder on the skin?
Clean and dry the affected skin properly. Then, apply a thin layer of Sebifin Dusting Powder on and around the affected skin gently. Do not cover the area after applying the cream unless specified by the doctor. However, if the infection is present under the breasts, between the fingers, buttocks, or in the groin, then the cream should be applied properly and the skin may be covered with a sterile dressing. Avoid getting the medicine into the eyes, nose, or mouth. Inform your doctor in case of any signs of increased irritation, redness, itching, burning, blistering, swelling, or oozing.
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Q. How long can I use Sebifin Dusting Powder?
Sebifin Dusting Powder usually takes a few days to relieve the symptoms. But, since fungal infections affect multiple layers of the skin, you may need to continue the medication for the prescribed duration to get cured completely. For various fungal infections, the duration of treatment varies from 1 to 2 weeks and can be extended up to 4 weeks. Irregular use or stopping the treatment before the prescribed time increases the risk of relapse of the infection. In case you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms within the prescribed duration, kindly consult your doctor immediately.
Q. Is Sebifin Dusting Powder safe in children?
Sebifin Dusting Powder has been approved for use only in people above 12 years of age. The safety of the medication has not been approved in children. Refrain from using it in children less than 12 years of age unless prescribed by the doctor.
Q. I feel better now. Can I stop using Sebifin Dusting Powder?
No, do not stop taking Sebifin Dusting Powder without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

Content on this page was last updated on 18 November, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)