Is the active ingredient in many medications.
Treatment of fungal infections of the skin, nails, and hair (dermatophytes).
Common conditions treated include athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and nail fungus (onychomycosis).
Lamifin Dt 125mg Tab (Terbinafine) is an antifungal medication that works by inhibiting an enzyme called squalene epoxidase, which is essential for fungal cell membrane synthesis. By disrupting the fungal cell membrane, terbinafine prevents the fungus from growing and spreading.
Store terbinafine at room temperature, away from heat and moisture. Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
The dosage and duration of treatment with terbinafine will vary depending on the type and severity of the fungal infection.
Your doctor will determine the appropriate dosage for you.
Follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
Terbinafine is usually taken by mouth.
It may be available in tablet, capsule, or liquid form.
You may apply terbinafine to the skin as a cream, gel, or spray.
Serious side effects are rare but may include: liver damage, blood disorders, and allergic reactions.
Common side effects include: headache, nausea, stomach upset, diarrhea, rash, itching, and loss of taste.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking terbinafine, as it can increase the risk of liver damage.
Terbinafine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
Terbinafine is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless the potential benefits outweigh the risks. It is also not recommended for use while breastfeeding.
The safety and effectiveness of terbinafine in children have not been established.
Terbinafine may be used with caution in people with kidney problems.
Terbinafine may be used with caution in people with liver problems. Your doctor may need to monitor your liver function while you are taking terbinafine.
U.S. National Library of Medicine: MedlinePlus (https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a699006.html)
Drugs.com (https://www.drugs.com/mtm/terbinafine.html)
Mayo Clinic (https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/nail-fungus/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20351529)
