Drug info
Terbinafine (Topical)
Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.Published 3 January 20053 min read
Key points
- Treats a fungus infection on your skin, including tinea pedis ("athlete's foot"), tinea corporis ("ringworm"), and tinea cruris ("jock itch").
- Lamisil, Lamisil AT Athlete's Foot, Lamisil AT Jock Itch There may be other brand names for this medicine.
- You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to terbinafine.
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Terbinafine (On The Skin)
Terbinafine (TER-bin-a-feen)
Treats a fungus infection on your skin, including tinea pedis ("athlete's foot"), tinea corporis ("ringworm"), and tinea cruris ("jock itch").
Brand Name(s):
Lamisil, Lamisil AT Athlete's Foot, Lamisil AT Jock Itch
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to terbinafine.
How to Use This Medicine:
Cream, Spray, Liquid
- Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to apply and how often. Do not use more medicine or apply it more often than your doctor tells you to.
- If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label.
- This medicine is for use on the skin only. Do not get it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Do not use on skin areas that have cuts or scrapes. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away.
- This medicine should not be used in the vagina.
- Before using this medicine, use soap and water to wash the skin where you will use the medicine. Dry your skin with a clean towel.
- Put a thin layer of the cream over the infected area and rub it in gently.
- Use enough liquid to cover the infected skin and the healthy skin around the infection.
- Do not use the spray on your face.
- Use the medicine on both feet if you have athlete's foot.
- Do not cover the treated area with a bandage unless your doctor has told you to.
- Keep using this medicine for the full treatment time, even if you feel better after the first few doses. Your infection may not clear up if you stop using the medicine too soon.
- Wash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.
If a dose is missed::
- Use your medicine as soon as possible unless it is almost time for your next dose.
- Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:
Written and revised by
Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.
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