Terconazole
Written By Dr. Anuj Saini
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 28 Mar 2025 | 04:53 AM (UTC)
Terconazole Uses
Terconazole is used in the treatment of fungal infections, severe fungal infections and dandruff.
How Terconazole works
Terconazole is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Common side effects of Terconazole
Headache, Abdominal pain, Pain during periods, Genital itching, Genital burning sensation
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Expert advice for Terconazole
- Your doctor has prescribed Terconazole to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Your doctor has prescribed Terconazole to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Frequently asked questions for Terconazole
There is no information regarding drug interactions between Terconazole and otherantifungal agents (such as fluconazole). Please consult your doctor regarding its use
Use of Terconazole suppository (but not the cream form) may damage latex condoms, diaphragms, cervical caps. Therefore, do not use latex products during treatment with the suppository form and for 3 days after treatment. Consult your doctor about other forms of birth control (such as polyurethane condoms) or use of Terconazole cream
Terconazole is used for the treatment of yeast and fungal infections but it has no effect on bacterial vaginosis (BV) or bacterial infections
Terconazole may cause diarrhea in very rare cases. Please consult your doctor if you experience such side effect.