Lamisil

The active ingredient in Lamisil is terbinafine hydrochloride and it simply works by killing the fungus that caused the infection by preventing it from building a protective outer covering.

Follow all directions given to you by your doctor and read all documents provided, including the full Prescribing Information, FDA-Approved Product Labeling, Instructions for Use, and Medication Guide before using Lamisil. However, the following is a synopsis of the general guidelines for the use of Lamisil:

• Take Lamisil exactly as prescribed by your doctor, and follow all directions on the prescription label.
• Do not change the dosage or duration without your doctor's approval.
• Lamisil pills may be taken with or without food.
• Sprinkle Lamisil granules into pudding or mashed potatoes, but not in acidic or fruit-based dishes, and consume without chewing.
• Treatment for scalp or fingernail infections usually lasts 6 weeks, while toenail infections last 12 weeks.
• During treatment, you may need to have frequent blood tests.
• Nails may take several months to return to normal after therapy.
• Keep out of the sun, but if you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and sunscreen.

The most common side effects of Lamisil include:

• Headaches.
• Skin rash, skin reactions, itching, or hives.
• Diarrhea.
• Stomach pain or abdominal pain.
• Changes in sense of taste or loss of appetite.

-Nausea.

• Tiredness.
• Troubled breathing.
• Blurred vision.

-Changes in liver function tests.

Some individuals may experience serious side effects while using Lamisil. These side effects may require immediate medical attention. If you experience any of the following, contact your healthcare provider or seek emergency medical help:

• Liver damage symptoms include nausea, vomiting, right upper stomach pain, dark urine, pale feces, and yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes.
• Serious allergic reactions include rash, blisters, fever, and flu-like symptoms.
• Lupus erythematosus flare-ups.

These are not all of the possible side effects of Lamisil. You should always seek medical advice from your healthcare provider for any questions or concerns about your medical condition or treatment. Read all patient information, medication guides, or drug information sheets that come with this medication. You can also report adverse effects to the Food and Drug Administration at www.fda.gov/medwatch or 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before starting Lamisil, it is crucial to discuss any existing health conditions with your healthcare provider. You should be sure that your healthcare provider is aware of all your medical conditions, including if you have:

• Some Lamisil users have had serious liver disease, requiring a liver transplant or death.
• If you have symptoms of liver damage such as nausea, upper stomach pain, vomiting, lack of appetite, exhaustion, dark urine, clay-colored feces, or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), contact your doctor very away. These occurrences can occur regardless of whether you have previously experienced liver problems.

To ensure that Lamisil is safe for you, inform your doctor if you have ever had:

• Liver disease.
• Kidney issues.
• A weakened immune system (as a result of illness or medication) or lupus.

Contraindications are certain health problems or situations in which a person should avoid taking a drug for safety reasons. If you have any of the following conditions or if any of the following apply to you, please notify your healthcare professional since Lamisil is not safe for you to consume.

• Long-term or ongoing liver disease.
• Allergy to terbinafine or any inactive ingredient in the product.

Overall, nail infections can be difficult to treat. The time it takes for Lamisil tablets to act varies depending on the individual. It may be determined by the location and severity of your fungal infection before therapy. In general, you will take Lamisil for 6 weeks to treat fingernail infections or 12 weeks for a toenail infection. Even after you've completed your treatment course, it may take a few months for healthy nails to regrow. Your provider will assess how effectively the drug is treating your infection.

When Lamisil is taken with other prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and supplements, it may change how they work or increase the frequency or severity of side effects. Make sure that you tell your healthcare professional about anything that you are taking to avoid any negative drug interactions, including:

• Antidepressants
• Beta-blockers
• Oral contraceptives
• Amiodarone
• Ciclosporin
• Cimetidine
• Rifampicin
• Tamoxifen
• Warfarin

The normal dose is a 250 mg tablet taken by mouth once a day for 6 weeks (fingernail infection) or 12 weeks (toenail infection) for adults. Lamisil oral granules are used to treat a fungal infection of scalp hair follicles in children who are at least 4 years old.

Take your missed dose as soon as you recall. If your next dose is coming up soon, skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medication to make up for the missing dosage.

Store at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep the oral granules in the sealed packet until ready to use. Keep out of reach of children.

Novartis is the pharmaceutical company that manufactures Lamisil.

There are several versions of lower-cost generics available with the active ingredient of terbinafine hydrochloride.

Even if your symptoms improve, you should not stop taking your medicine until your doctor tells you to. Stopping Lamisil too soon can make your infection worse and more difficult to manage.

During pregnancy, this medicine should only be used when necessary. Talk to your doctor if you are already pregnant or if you have any plans to become pregnant. They will know or recommend what is best for you.

Lamisil is not known to pass through breast milk to your child. However, you should speak to your healthcare provider. If you are already breastfeeding or if you have any plans to breastfeed. They will know or recommend what is best for you.