Fungotek
Fungotek contains Terbinafine, an allylamine antifungal drug. It works by inhibiting the enzyme squalene epoxidase in the fungal cell membrane, leading to squalene accumulation and ergosterol deficiency, which causes fungal cell death. It is highly effective against dermatophytes and certain yeasts.
Dosage by Body Weight
For adults, the typical oral dose is 250 mg once daily. Duration of treatment ranges from 2 to 6 weeks for skin infections and 6 to 12 weeks for nail infections. Topical cream is applied to affected areas once or twice daily for 1 to 2 weeks. Pediatric oral dosing is weight-based and typically reserved for children over 2 years of age weighing more than 12 kg.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in infants weighing less than 12 kg.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 62.5 mg daily
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Only recommended for children weighing 12 kg or more. Use strictly under specialist supervision.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 62.5 mg daily
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Standard pediatric dose for children weighing under 20 kg (minimum weight of 12 kg).
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established in infants weighing less than 12 kg. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established. |
| 11-15 kg | 62.5 mg daily | Once daily | Only recommended for children weighing 12 kg or more. Use strictly under specialist supervision. |
| 16-20 kg | 62.5 mg daily | Once daily | Standard pediatric dose for children weighing under 20 kg (minimum weight of 12 kg). |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment of fungal infections of the skin and nails, including tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), tinea corporis (ringworm), and onychomycosis (fungal nail infection).
Generic Name
TerbinafineScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.