Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (for example, of the fingernail or toenail). Terbinafine works by stopping the growth of fungus. Terbinafine belongs to a class of medicines known as antifungals.
Take terbinafine by mouth with food as directed by the doctor.
Take terbinafine regularly to get the most benefit from it.
To help remember, take terbinafine at the same time.
Quantity is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
Do not increase your quantity or take this product more often than directed.
Expert Advice
Take this medication with or without meals.
Take this medication as scheduled.
Avoid alcohol during therapy.
Primary Uses
Fungal infections
Indications
This medicine is used for the treatment of fungal infections of the skin, hair, nails including yeast infections of the skin.
Side Effects
Side effects of terbinafine include:
Nausea/vomiting
Loss of appetite
Severe stomach/abdominal pain
Yellowing eyes/skin
Dark urine
Severe dizziness
Headache
Upset stomach
Trouble breathing
Swelling
Rash
Headache.
Warnings
Pregnancy
No known research is available regarding safety in pregnancy, therefore stay cautious.
Lactation
Consult your doctor before using Terbinafine during lacatation for a better analysis.
Driving
Its use has shown a risk of drowsiness; therefore avoid using it while driving.
Liver
Consult your doctor before using Terbinafine for a better analysis if you have liver disease
Kidney
Consult your doctor before using terbinafine for a better analysis if you have kidney disease.
Alcohol
The use of alcohol should be limited or avoided while using Terbinafine.
Precautions
This medicine should be cautiously used in patients with liver and kidney problems. Perform liverfunction tests before and during therapy. Should be discontinued if hepatotoxicity occurs.
Contraindications
The use is contraindicated in patients with chronic liver disease and chronic kidney impairment is also contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to terbinafine.
FAQS
How to store this medication?
Store this medicine at controlled room temperature depending on the medicine type and manufacturer. Keep the medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children.
How to use it?
This medicine is used orally with or without food, as prescribed by the doctor.
Effects on pregnancy and lactation:
This medicine may be used by pregnant females if no safer alternate is available.
This medicine is not recommended for nursing females.
How long should I use this medicine for?
Make sure to complete the course of the medicine to prevent recurrence of infection.
What do I do if I forget to take the dose?
Consult the doctor if you missed the dose.
Disclaimer
Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.
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