{"id":24759,"date":"2022-08-31T07:31:10","date_gmt":"2022-08-31T07:31:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=24759"},"modified":"2022-09-01T07:35:21","modified_gmt":"2022-09-01T07:35:21","slug":"terbisil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/terbisil\/","title":{"rendered":"Terbisil &#8211; Terbinafine hydrochloride uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>10 mg\/g&nbsp;cream<br>Terbinafine hydrochloride<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Terbisil is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You must talk to your doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after 7 or 14 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Terbisil&nbsp;cream&nbsp;contains the active substance terbinafine hydrochloride and belongs to the antifungal group.&nbsp;Terbisil is used to treat&nbsp;athlete&#8217;s foot&nbsp;between the toes and <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/fungal-infections\/\">fungal infection<\/a> in the groin (also&nbsp;candida&nbsp;).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Terbinafine hydrochloride contained in Terbisil\u00a0cream\u00a0may also be approved to treat other conditions not mentioned in this product information.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have further questions, and always follow their instructions.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before using Terbisil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Terbisil<\/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).\u00a0You can recognize hypersensitivity by, for example, red rashes and blisters or\u00a0itching.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and precautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Terbisil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Terbisil is intended for&nbsp;external&nbsp;use only.&nbsp;Terbisil can irritate the eyes, therefore contact with the eyes should be avoided.&nbsp;If the&nbsp;cream&nbsp;accidentally comes into contact with the eyes, these should be rinsed thoroughly with running water.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children and young people<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Terbisil is not recommended for children under 12 years of age due to limited experience in the treatment of children in this age group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine should be kept out of the sight and reach of children.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Terbisil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used, or might be using other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine is not known to affect other medicines when applied to the skin.&nbsp;However, as a precaution, you should avoid using other medications on the treated skin areas.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility<\/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 using this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pregnancy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should not use Terbisil&nbsp;cream&nbsp;if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.&nbsp;Inform the doctor if you become pregnant while using Terbisil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breast-feeding<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Terbinafine passes into breast milk.&nbsp;Do not use Terbisil&nbsp;cream&nbsp;if you are breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Babies should not come into contact with treated areas of skin, including the breasts.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving ability and use of machinery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Terbisil does not affect the ability to drive and use machines when used as directed and only\u00a0externally.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or\u00a0side effects.\u00a0A description of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0Discuss with a doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Terbisil contains benzyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, and stearyl alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Terbisil&nbsp;cream&nbsp;contains benzyl <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/alcohol-and-drugs-risk-use-harmful-use-and-addiction\/\">alcohol<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains 10 mg of benzyl alcohol per gram of\u00a0cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Benzyl alcohol can cause allergic reactions and mild local irritation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Terbisil&nbsp;cream&nbsp;contains cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These can cause local skin reactions (e.g. <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/contact-dermatitis\/\">contact dermatitis<\/a>).<br><a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Terbisil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dosage&nbsp;and treatment times<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adults and adolescents (from 12 years)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Athlete&#8217;s foot\u00a0(\u00a0<em>Tinea pedis<\/em>\u00a0) between the toes: Once daily for a week.\u00a0Symptoms associated with\u00a0an athlete&#8217;s foot\u00a0are\u00a0itching,\u00a0redness,\u00a0and scaling between the toes.\u00a0Cracks sometimes occur (especially between the toes).\u00a0You can also get oozing blisters.\u00a0An athlete&#8217;s\u00a0foot usually smells bad.<\/li><li>Fungal infection and\u00a0candida\u00a0in the groin: Once daily for 1-2 weeks.\u00a0Candida\u00a0is a yeast that can cause skin infections in some cases.\u00a0Often the skin changes are localized to warm, moist areas such as the groin.\u00a0The symptoms are\u00a0itching,\u00a0redness\u00a0and scaling.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>An improvement in symptoms is usually seen after a few days, but it is important to continue the treatment to avoid relapse.&nbsp;Contact a doctor if improvement does not occur after 1 week (in the case of athlete&#8217;s foot) or 2 weeks (in the case of a fungal infection in the groin).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Older<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no evidence that older patients require a different&nbsp;dosage&nbsp;or have a different side effect profile than younger patients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Children<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Terbisil\u00a0cream\u00a0is not recommended for children under 12 years of age due to limited experience in treating children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to use Terbisil&nbsp;cream<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine is for&nbsp;external&nbsp;use only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The opening of the tube is sealed with aluminum.\u00a0Press the opposite side of the screw cap lightly against the seal to open the tube.<\/li><li>Before using the\u00a0cream, the skin must be clean and dry.<\/li><li>Apply just enough\u00a0cream\u00a0to form a thin layer on and around the affected skin.<\/li><li>Gently apply\u00a0cream\u00a0one.\u00a0If the infestation is in skin folds (between the toes or in the groin), the skin can be covered with a\u00a0sterile\u00a0compress, especially at night.<\/li><li>Wash hands after treatment.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you have used too much Terbisil&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not harmful if you have used too much Terbisil\u00a0cream, but contact the doctor if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If someone, e.g.\u00a0a child, swallowed Terbisil\u00a0cream\u00a0by mistake,\u00a0side effects\u00a0similar to those observed in an overdose of terbinafine tablets can be expected, e.g.\u00a0headache, nausea stomach <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">pain<\/a>, and dizziness.\u00a0Contact a doctor or hospital for an assessment of the risk and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to use Terbisil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Continue the treatment without using more\u00a0cream\u00a0or treating extra time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you stop using Terbisil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you stop the treatment prematurely, the symptoms may return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have further questions about this medicine, contact your doctor or pharmacist.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;(<\/strong>&nbsp;may affect up to 1 in 10 users)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>skin flaking,\u00a0itching.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Uncommon&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;(<\/strong>&nbsp;may affect up to 1 in 100 users)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>skin damage, scab, skin change, pigmentation disorder, skin redness (&nbsp;erythema&nbsp;), burning sensation on the skin where the&nbsp;cream has&nbsp;been applied<\/li><li>pain at the application site, irritation at the application site.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rare&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;(<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;may affect up to 1 in 1,000 users)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>worsening fungal infection.<\/li><li>eye irritation.<\/li><li>allergic reactions such as\u00a0itching\u00a0(\u00a0pruritus\u00a0), rash, bullous\u00a0dermatitis,\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/hives\/\">hives<\/a>\u00a0(\u00a0urticaria\u00a0).<\/li><li>dry skin, contact dermatitis,\u00a0and eczema.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Has been reported<\/strong>&nbsp;(occurring in an unknown number of users)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>rash<\/li><li>hypersensitivity reaction.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Terbisil should be stored<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use before the expiry date which is stated on the tube and carton after EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Store in the original packaging.&nbsp;Light sensitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not freeze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Close the tube well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cream&nbsp;one can be used 3 months after opening the tube.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines must not be thrown into the drain or among the household waste.\u00a0Ask the pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer used.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance is terbinafine hydrochloride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1 gram of&nbsp;cream&nbsp;contains 10 mg of terbinafine hydrochloride<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other ingredients are sodium hydroxide (E524), benzyl alcohol, sorbitan stearate, cetyl palmitate, cetyl alcohol, cetostearyl alcohol, polysorbate 60 (E435), isopropyl myristate, purified water<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Appearance and package sizes of the medicine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The cream\u00a0one is white or almost white.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aluminum tube with a polyethylene screw cap containing: 7.5 grams, 15 grams, or 30 grams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>STADA Arzneimittel AG<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stadastrasse 2-18<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>61118 Bad 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