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Generic Name: Terbinafine Hydrochloride 250mg Manufacturer/Distributor: Novartis
Indication
Lamisil is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. Lamisil tablets are used to treat infections caused by a fungus that affects the fingernails or toenails.
Dosage & Adminostration
- Take Lamisil exactly as prescribed by your doctor. 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 tablet with or without food.
- Lamisil 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.
- Lamisil is usually taken for 6 weeks to treat scalp or fingernail infections, and for 12 weeks to treat a toenail infection.
Precaution & Warnings
Some people taking Lamisil have developed severe liver damage leading to liver transplant or death.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Lamisil if you are allergic to terbinafine, or if you have:
- liver disease.
- To make sure Lamisil is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- liver problems;
- kidney problems;
- weak immune system (caused by disease or by using certain medicine); or
- lupus.
Storage
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep the oral granules in their sealed packet until you are ready to use them.