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This content does not have an English version. This content does not have an Arabic version. See more conditions. Drugs and Supplements Terbinafine Oral Route. Products and services. This will ensure that all of the infection is gone and will lessen the chance of the infection coming back once you stop taking this medicine. Make sure to have any blood tests done that are ordered by your doctor.
Any side effects on your liver, kidneys or blood can be detected by blood tests. If you become pregnant while taking Lamisil tablets, tell your doctor immediately. Your doctor can discuss with you the risks and benefits of taking it during pregnancy. Remind your doctor and pharmacist that you are taking Lamisil tablets if you are about to be started on any new medicine. Tell any other doctor, dentist or pharmacist, who treats you that you are taking Lamisil tablets.
Be careful driving, operating machinery or doing jobs that require you to be alert while you are taking Lamisil tablets until you know how it affects you. This medicine can cause tiredness, sleepiness, dizziness or lightheadedness in some people. If you have any of these symptoms, do not drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous. Be careful to keep the infected areas dry and cool and change clothing that is in direct contact with the infected areas every day.
This will help to clear up the infection and make sure that it does not return. Do not store Lamisil tablets or any other medicine in the bathroom or near a sink. Do not leave it in the car or on window sills. Keep the medicine where children cannot reach it. A locked cupboard at least one-and-a-half metres above the ground is a good place to store medicines. If your doctor tells you to stop taking this medicine or the expiry date has passed, ask your pharmacist what to do with any medicine you have left over.
Lamisil Tablets is a Schedule 4 — prescription only medicine. Tell your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible if you do not feel well while you are taking Lamisil tablets, even if you do not think it is connected with the medicine. All medicines can have side effects. Sometimes they are serious, but most of the time they are not. You may need medical treatment if you get some of the side effects. Tell your doctor immediately or go to Accident and Emergency at your nearest hospital if you notice any of the following:.
Tell your doctor if you notice anything else that is making you unwell. Some people may have other side effects not yet known or mentioned in this leaflet. View more information about myVMC. Please be aware that we do not give advice on your individual medical condition, if you want advice please see your treating physician. Parenting information is available at Parenthub. Are you a Health Professional? Jump over to the doctors only platform.
Click Here. Lamisil Tablets. These infections are caused by a group of fungi called dermatophytes. This medicine is not addictive. There is not enough information to recommend the use of this medicine in children. Action: How Lamisil Tablets works Terbinafine, the active ingredient in Lamisil tablets, works by killing the dermatophytes. Lamisil tablets contain mg terbinafine as the hydrochloride salt per tablet. Lamisil tablets do not contain lactose, sucrose, gluten, tartrazine, or any other azo dyes.
Dose advice: How to use Lamisil Tablets Before you take Lamisil tablets When you must not take it Do not take Lamisil if you have ever had an allergic reaction to: Terbinafine, the active ingredient, or to any of the other ingredients listed here; Any other medicines, foods, preservatives or dyes. Your doctor will want to know if you are prone to allergies.
Some of the symptoms of an allergic reaction may include: Shortness of breath; Wheezing or difficulty breathing; Swelling of the face, lips, tongue or other parts of the body; Rash, itching or hives on the skin. Do not take Lamisil tablets: If you have any problems with your kidneys; If you have or ever had a problem with your liver.
Before you start to take it Tell your doctor if you: Are pregnant or intend to become pregnant. Squeeze out a small amount of the cream or gel onto your finger enough to put a thin layer on your skin. Gently rub it into the infected areas. Avoid putting it near your mouth, lips and eyes. Replace the cap. Wash your hands. How to use terbinafine spray Put the spray on the infected area once or twice a day for 1 to 2 weeks. Wash your hands before using the spray. Wash and dry the infected skin before using the spray.
Take the cap off and prepare the spray by pressing the top of the spray down once or twice. Hold the bottle about 10cm away from the infected area and spray until your skin is thoroughly wet. Avoid getting it near your mouth, lips and eyes. How to use terbinafine solution Lamisil Once The solution comes in a tube with a nozzle. Use the solution after a shower or bath. Before using the solution, make sure your feet are dry, including between your toes. Remove the cap.
Put the solution on the sole, top and sides of your foot and all over your toes, including between each toe. This should use about half the tube. Finish treating this foot before treating the other. Leave the solution to dry on your feet for 1 to 2 minutes. Replace the cap and throw the tube away. Put on your normal shoes and socks. How to take terbinafine tablets Swallow the tablet whole with a drink of water. What if I forget to take it or use it?
Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. What if I take too much? Taking 1 or 2 extra terbinafine tablets is unlikely to harm you. Urgent advice: Contact for advice now if:. You take a lot of terbinafine tablets at the same time 4 or more even if you have no side effects.
You take 2 or more terbinafine tablets and have side effects. Side effects usually go away when you stop using or taking the medicine. Common side effects These common side effects happen in more than 1 in people. If you're using the cream, gel, spray or solution, talk to your pharmacist or doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away: peeling or itching skin If you're taking the tablets, talk to your doctor or a pharmacist if these side effects bother you or do not go away: rash headache diarrhoea feeling or being sick nausea or vomiting a smaller appetite than usual stomach ache indigestion muscle or joint pain Serious side effects Some people can have serious side effects when using or taking terbinafine.
Information: You can report any suspected side effect to the UK safety scheme. What to do about: Rash, peeling or itching skin — if you're using the cream, try using smaller amounts or stop using it completely.
Avoid clothes that irritate your skin, such as wool or manmade fabrics. If the rash is itchy, pat or tap the area rather than scratching. It may help to take an antihistamine, which you can buy from a pharmacy. Check with the pharmacist to see what type is suitable for you. Headaches — rest and drink plenty of fluids. Do not drink too much alcohol. Ask your pharmacist to recommend a painkiller if you need one. Talk to your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe.
Diarrhoea — drink lots of fluids, such as water or squash, to avoid dehydration. Signs of dehydration include peeing less than usual or having dark, strong-smelling pee. Do not take any other medicines to treat diarrhoea without speaking to a pharmacist or doctor.
Feeling or being sick nausea or vomiting — stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food. If you are being sick, try small, frequent sips of water to avoid dehydration. It might help to take your tablets after a meal or snack. A smaller appetite than usual — your appetite should get better as your body gets used to the medicine.
It may also help to eat smaller and more frequent meals and to eat foods you really enjoy. If your appetite does not improve or you lose a lot of weight, ask your doctor for advice. Stomach ache — it can help to eat and drink slowly and have smaller and more frequent meals. Placing a heat pad or covered hot water bottle on your stomach may also help.
If you are in a lot of pain, speak to a doctor or pharmacist. Indigestion — reduce the amount of tea, coffee, cola or alcohol you drink, and avoid rich, spicy or fatty foods. If indigestion bothers you mostly at night, stop eating 3 to 4 hours before your bedtime, and try propping your head and shoulders up in bed. Ask a pharmacist to recommend an antacid. Muscle or joint pain — ask a pharmacist to recommend a painkiller if you need one.
Talk to your doctor if the pain lasts longer than a week or is severe. Terbinafine and pregnancy There's no clear evidence that terbinafine will harm your unborn baby. Terbinafine and breastfeeding It's OK to use terbinafine cream, gel, spray and solution when you're breastfeeding, as long as you are not putting it on or near your nipples.
Non-urgent advice: Tell your doctor if you're:. Tell your doctor if you are taking: antidepressants beta blockers for heart problems oral contraception amiodarone, to treat heart problems cimetidine, to treat stomach problems such as indigestion rifampicin, to treat bacterial infections tamoxifen, to treat breast cancer warfarin , to treat and prevent blood clots These are not all the medicines that interfere with terbinafine.
Taking terbinafine with painkillers It is safe to take terbinafine with paracetamol , ibuprofen , diclofenac or naproxen. However terbinafine tablets can interfere with: codeine — terbinafine tablets can affect how well codeine works. If you notice your pain is not as well controlled as usual ask your doctor about other painkillers you could use tramadol — terbinafine tablets can increase your chance of getting side effects from tramadol.
Speak to your doctor if you get side effects or feel unwell in any other way Mixing terbinafine with herbal remedies and supplements There's very little information about taking herbal remedies and supplements with terbinafine. Important Tell a pharmacist or doctor if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal medicines, vitamins or supplements.
How does terbinafine work? Terbinafine works by killing the fungus that is causing the infection. How long does terbinafine take to work? Is terbinafine safe to take for a long time? What if it does not work? If your symptoms get worse at any time, speak to your doctor. Are there other treatments for fungal infections There are many different antifungal medicines. Antifungal medicines include: clotrimazole fluconazole econazole fenticonazole itraconazole ketoconazole miconazole riseofulvin.
Do I need to have blood tests if I am taking terbinafine tablets?
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