Candidiasis, vulvovaginal:
Note: A longer duration of up to 14 days may be necessary in patients with complicated infection (ie, recurrent or severe infection, infection with non-albicans Candida, or infection in an immunocompromised host) (Ref). Not effective against Candida glabrata (Ref).
Cream 0.4%: Intravaginal: Insert 1 applicatorful (~5 g) once daily (at bedtime) for 7 days (Ref).
Cream 0.8%: Intravaginal: Insert 1 applicatorful (~5 g) once daily (at bedtime) for 3 days (Ref).
Suppository 80 mg: Intravaginal: Insert 1 suppository once daily (at bedtime) for 3 days (Ref).
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.
Refer to adult dosing.
The following adverse drug reactions and incidences are derived from product labeling unless otherwise specified.
>10%: Central nervous system: Headache
1% to 10%:
Central nervous system: Chills, pain
Gastrointestinal: Abdominal pain
Genitourinary: Dysmenorrhea, vaginal discomfort (burning, irritation, or itching)
Miscellaneous: Fever
<1%, postmarketing, and/or case reports: Anaphylaxis, asthenia, bronchospasm, burning sensation of the penis, dizziness, facial edema, flu-like symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, myalgia, arthralgia, malaise), hypersensitivity, skin rash, toxic epidermal necrolysis, urticaria
Hypersensitivity to terconazole or any component of the formulation
Concerns related to adverse effects:
• Dermatologic toxicity: If toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) occurs, discontinue therapy; implement supportive care/monitoring. Do not reinstitute therapy.
• Hypersensitivity/anaphylaxis: If anaphylaxis occurs, discontinue therapy; implement supportive care/monitoring. Do not reinstitute therapy.
• Idiosyncratic reactions: If fever, chills, or flu-like symptoms occur, discontinue therapy. Do not reinstitute therapy.
• Irritation: If irritation or sensitization occurs, discontinue use. Do not reinstitute therapy.
Dosage form specific issues:
• Vaginal suppository: The base in the suppository formulation may weaken latex or rubber (condoms or diaphragms); concurrent use is not recommended.
Other warnings/precautions:
• Lack of response: Microbiological studies (KOH smear and/or cultures) should be repeated in patients not responding to terconazole in order to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other pathogens.
Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.
Cream, Vaginal:
Generic: 0.4% (45 g); 0.8% (20 g)
Suppository, Vaginal:
Generic: 80 mg (1 ea, 3 ea)
Yes
Cream (Terconazole Vaginal)
0.4% (per gram): $0.96 - $0.99
0.8% (per gram): $2.05 - $2.45
Suppository (Terconazole Vaginal)
80 mg (per each): $32.63 - $47.17
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Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.
Cream, Vaginal:
Generic: 0.4% (45 g)
Intravaginal:
Vaginal cream: Use applicator provided by manufacturer. Insertion should be as far as possible into the vagina without causing discomfort. Wash applicator after each use; allow to dry thoroughly before putting back together.
Vaginal suppository: Remove foil package prior to use. Insertion should be as far as possible into the vagina without causing discomfort. If the provided applicator is used for insertion, wash and dry thoroughly prior to additional use.
Candidiasis, vulvovaginal: For the local treatment of vulvovaginal candidiasis (moniliasis). As terconazole is effective only for vulvovaginitis caused by the genus Candida, the diagnosis should be confirmed by KOH smears or cultures.
Terconazole may be confused with tioconazole
Terazol [US, Canada] may be confused with Theradol brand name for tramadol [Netherlands]
None known.
Note: Interacting drugs may not be individually listed below if they are part of a group interaction (eg, individual drugs within “CYP3A4 Inducers [Strong]” are NOT listed). For a complete list of drug interactions by individual drug name and detailed management recommendations, use the drug interactions program by clicking on the “Launch drug interactions program” link above.
Progesterone: Antifungal Agents (Vaginal) may diminish the therapeutic effect of Progesterone. Risk X: Avoid combination
This product may weaken latex condoms and diaphragms (CDC [Workowski 2021]).
The rate and extent of absorption are similar in pregnant and nonpregnant patients with vulvovaginal candidiasis.
The manufacturer recommends that use should be avoided during the first trimester of pregnancy (due to systemic absorption) and that use may be considered in the second or third trimesters if the benefits outweigh risks to the fetus; however, topical azole therapies with 7-day regimens are recommended in pregnant patients with vulvovaginal candidiasis (CDC [Workowski 2021]). Shorter courses of topical azoles are less effective (Hirsch 1989; Young 2001).
It is not known if terconazole is excreted in breast milk.
Due to the potential for adverse reactions in the breastfed infant, the manufacturer recommends a decision be made whether to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the treatment to the mother.
Terconazole is a triazole ketal antifungal agent; involves inhibition of fungal cytochrome P450. Specifically, terconazole inhibits cytochrome P450-dependent 14-alpha-demethylase which results in accumulation of membrane disturbing 14-alpha-demethylsterols and ergosterol depletion.
Absorption: Suppository: ~70% remains in vaginal area; ~10% is absorbed systemically
Protein binding: 94.9%
Time to peak, serum: ~5 to 10 hours
Half-life elimination: 6.4 to 8.5 hours
Excretion: Suppository: Urine (3% to 10%); feces (2% to 6%)
Sex: Following terconazole administration, absorption varies in hysterectomized subjects (5% to 8% absorption) vs nonhysterectomized subjects (12% to 16% absorption). Other than this, overall absorption is similar in all women.
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