* Generic Name: terbinafine
* Brand Name: Lamisil
* What is terbinafine (LamISIL)?
* What are the possible side effects of terbinafine (LamISIL)?
* What is the most important information I should know about
terbinafine (LamISIL)?
* What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking
terbinafine (LamISIL)?
* How should I take terbinafine (LamISIL)?
* What happens if I miss a dose (LamISIL)?
* What happens if I overdose (LamISIL)?
* What should I avoid while taking terbinafine (LamISIL)?
* What other drugs will affect terbinafine (LamISIL)?
* Where can I get more information (LamISIL)?
What is terbinafine (LamISIL)?
Terbinafine is an antifungal medication that fights infections
caused by fungus.
Terbinafine tablets are used to treat infections caused by fungus that
affect the fingernails or toenails.
Terbinafine oral granules are used to treat a fungal infection of scalp
hair follicles in children who are at least 4 years old.
Terbinafine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication
guide.
What are the possible side effects of terbinafine (LamISIL)?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction
(hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a
severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning in your eyes,
skin pain, red or purple skin rash that spreads and causes blistering
and peeling).
Seek medical treatment if you have a serious drug reaction that can
affect many parts of your body. Symptoms may include: skin rash, fever,
swollen glands, flu-like symptoms, muscle aches, severe weakness,
unusual bruising, or yellowing of your skin or eyes. This reaction may
occur several weeks after you began using terbinafine.
Some people taking terbinafine have developed severe liver damage
leading to liver transplant or death. It is not clear whether
terbinafine actually caused the liver damage in these patients. In most
cases, the patient had a serious medical condition before taking
terbinafine.
Call your doctor at once if you have symptoms of liver damage, such as
nausea, upper stomach pain, vomiting, loss of appetite,
tiredness, dark urine, clay-colored stools, or jaundice
(yellowing of the skin or eyes). These events can occur whether or not
you have ever had liver problems before.
Also call your doctor if you have:
* changes in your sense of taste or smell;
* depressed mood, sleep problems, lack of interest in daily activity,
feeling anxious or restless;
* pale skin, easy bruising, unusual bleeding (nose, mouth,
vagina, or rectum), purple or red pinpoint spots under your
skin;
* swelling, rapid weight gain, little or no urinating;
* blood in your urine or stools;
* weight loss due to taste changes or loss of appetite; or
* skin sores, butterfly-shaped skin rash on your cheeks and nose
(worsens in sunlight).
Common side effects may include:
* diarrhea, nausea, gas, stomach pain or upset;
* rash;
* headache;
* abnormal liver function tests.
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.
What is the most important information I should know about terbinafine
(LamISIL)?
Some people taking terbinafine have developed severe liver damage
leading to liver transplant or death.
Call your doctor at once if you have symptoms of liver damage, such as
nausea, upper stomach pain, vomiting, loss of appetite, tiredness, dark
urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
These events can occur whether or not you have ever had liver problems
before.
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What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking terbinafine
(LamISIL)?
You should not use terbinafine if you are allergic to it, or if you
have:
* liver disease.
To make sure terbinafine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have
ever had:
* liver problems;
* weak immune system (caused by disease or by using certain
medicine); or
* lupus.
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. You
should wait until after your pregnancy to start treating your nail or
scalp infection with terbinafine. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant
or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
Terbinafine can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. You
should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
How should I take terbinafine (LamISIL)?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this
medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
You may take the terbinafine tablet with or without food.
Terbinafine granules should be sprinkled into a spoonful of pudding or
mashed potatoes (do not mix with applesauce, fruit juice, or other
fruit-based or acidic foods). Swallow this mixture right away without
chewing. Do not save the mixture for later use.
Terbinafine is usually taken for 6 weeks to treat scalp or
fingernail infections, and for 12 weeks to treat a toenail
infection.
Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms
may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Skipping doses
may also increase your risk of further infection that is resistant to
antifungal medicine. Terbinafine will not treat a viral
infection such as the flu or a common cold.
While using terbinafine, you may need frequent blood tests.
It may take several months for your nails to return to their normal
appearance after your treatment with terbinafine.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep the
terbinafine oral granules in their sealed packet until you are ready to
use.
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What happens if I miss a dose (LamISIL)?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if
it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra
medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose (LamISIL)?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at
1-800-222-1222.
Overdose symptoms may include headache, dizziness, vomiting, stomach
pain, rash, and increased urination.
What should I avoid while taking terbinafine (LamISIL)?
Avoid coffee, tea, cola, energy drinks or other sources of
caffeine while taking this medicine.
Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Terbinafine can make you
sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen
(SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.
What other drugs will affect terbinafine (LamISIL)?
Other drugs may interact with terbinafine, including prescription and
over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your
doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or
stop using.
Where can I get more information (LamISIL)?
Your pharmacist can provide more information about terbinafine.
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