{"id":15998,"date":"2021-11-26T10:29:36","date_gmt":"2021-11-26T10:29:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=15998"},"modified":"2021-12-09T07:37:30","modified_gmt":"2021-12-09T07:37:30","slug":"lamisil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/lamisil\/","title":{"rendered":"Lamisil &#8211; Terbinafine Hydrochloride uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>1%&nbsp;cream<br>terbinafine hydrochloride<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WHAT LAMISIL IS AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lamisil&nbsp;cream&nbsp;is used to treat&nbsp;foot fungus&nbsp;between the toes and fungal infection in the groin (also&nbsp;candida&nbsp;).&nbsp;Cream&nbsp;one can also be prescribed by a doctor for other uses<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lamisil&nbsp;cream&nbsp;blocks a reaction in the fungus&#8217; metabolism, which causes the fungus to die and&nbsp;infection&nbsp;can heal faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">BEFORE YOU USE LAMISIL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Lamisil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to terbinafine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6 and at the end of section 2).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take special care with Lamisil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The cream\u00a0can irritate the eyes. Avoid contact with the eyes.\u00a0If\u00a0cream\u00a0accidentally comes into contact with the eyes, rinse them with running water.\u00a0Contact a doctor if discomfort persists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lamisil&nbsp;cream&nbsp;is not intended for the treatment of fungal infections of the nails.&nbsp;If you suspect that you have a fungal infection of the nails (eg discoloration or thickening of the nail), consult a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For&nbsp;external&nbsp;use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use of other medicines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Pregnancy<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use Lamisil during pregnancy unless your doctor tells you it&#8217;s necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Breast-feeding<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine can pass into breast milk.\u00a0If you are breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.\u00a0Infants should not come into contact with treated skin areas, including the breasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lamisil has no known effect on the ability to drive or use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important information about some of the ingredients of Lamisil cream<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lamisil&nbsp;cream&nbsp;contains benzyl alcohol<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains 10 mg \/ g benzyl alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Benzyl alcohol can cause allergic reactions and mild local irritation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lamisil&nbsp;cream&nbsp;contains cetyl alcohol<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cetyl alcohol may cause local skin reactions (eg contact dermatitis).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lamisil&nbsp;cream&nbsp;contains stearyl alcohol<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stearyl alcohol can cause local skin reactions (eg contact dermatitis).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW TO USE LAMISIL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The usual<\/em>\u00a0dose\u00a0for adults and children from 12 years and up <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=19920313000017#\" rel=\"noopener\">Show larger<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Foot fungus&nbsp;between the toes:<\/td><td>Once a day for a week.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fungal infection and&nbsp;candida&nbsp;in the groin:<\/td><td>Once-daily for two weeks<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The symptoms usually disappear after a few days and the skin heals completely after some time, but it is important to complete the treatment so as not to have a relapse.\u00a0If the symptoms do not start to disappear within two weeks after starting treatment with Lamisil\u00a0cream, you should contact your doctor, as your problems may have been caused by something other than a fungal infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lamisil\u00a0Cream\u00a0is not recommended for children under 12 years without a doctor&#8217;s prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions for use<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thoroughly clean and dry affected areas before using Lamisil\u00a0cream.\u00a0Apply a thin layer of\u00a0cream\u00a0on and around the affected skin and rub it lightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wash your hands after the treatment so that the&nbsp;cream&nbsp;does not&nbsp;accidentally get in the eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use more Lamisil than you should &nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.\u00a0a child accidentally ingested the drug.\u00a0contact a doctor, hospital, or the Poison Information Center (tel. 112) for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, Lamisil\u00a0cream\u00a0can cause\u00a0side effects,\u00a0although not everybody gets them.\u00a0Some may suffer from redness of the skin,\u00a0itching, flaking of the skin, pain, irritation, pigment changes, scabies, or burning in the treated areas.\u00a0These symptoms are usually mild but still inform your doctor if such symptoms occur as they may be a sign of an\u00a0allergy, especially in rashes, blisters, and hives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common<\/strong>&nbsp;(affects more than 1 user in 100): Peeling,&nbsp;itching<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Uncommon<\/strong>\u00a0(affects less than 1 in 100 people): Skin damage, scabies, skin changes, pigmentation disorders, reddening of the skin, pain, irritation, and burning sensation on the skin where the cream has\u00a0been applied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rare<\/strong>\u00a0(affects less than 1 in 1,000 people): Dry skin, contact dermatitis,\u00a0eczema.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>No known frequency<\/strong>&nbsp;(can not be calculated from the available data): Hypersensitivity, rash<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you accidentally get&nbsp;cream&nbsp;in your eyes, terbinafine may be irritating to your eyes.&nbsp;In rare cases, the underlying fungal infection may worsen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW TO STORE LAMISIL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FURTHER INFORMATION<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance is terbinafine hydrochloride.&nbsp;1 g of&nbsp;cream&nbsp;contains 10 mg of terbinafine hydrochloride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other ingredients are sodium hydroxide, benzyl alcohol (&nbsp;preservative&nbsp;), sorbitan monostearate, cetyl palmitate, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, polysorbate 60, isopropyl myristate, purified water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The cream\u00a0one is white.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lamisil\u00a0cream is\u00a0available in aluminum tubes internally coated with varnish or in laminated aluminum tubes with polyethylene on the inside, with or without aluminum membranes, and closed with screw caps made of polypropylene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lamisil is packaged in tubes in sizes 7.5 g, 15 g, and 30 g.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare ApS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PO Box 61<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2610 R\u00f8dovre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Denmark<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tel: 020-100579<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare ApS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nyk\u00e6r 68<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2605 Br\u00f8ndby<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Denmark<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lamisil cream is used to treat foot fungus between the toes and fungal infection in the groin (also candida ). 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