Question 1

What is Terbinafine used for?

Accepted Answer

Terbinafine is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus.

Terbinafine topical (for the skin) is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot , jock itch , and ringworm infections.

Terbinafine topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Question 2

What are the side effects of Terbinafine?

Accepted Answer

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Terbinafine may cause serious side effects. Stop using terbinafine and call your doctor at once if you have:

severe blistering, itching , redness, peeling, dryness, or irritation of treated skin.

Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Question 3

Who should not take Terbinafine?

Accepted Answer

You should not use terbinafine topical if you are allergic to it.

terbinafine topical is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known whether terbinafine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Terbinafine is not approved for use by anyone younger than 12 years old.

Question 4

What does Terbinafine interact with?

Accepted Answer

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied terbinafine. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins , and herbal products .

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