Terbinafine (Lamisil)
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Lamisil (Terbinafine) is an antifungal used for nail, skin and scalp fungal infections such as athlete’s foot and ringworm.
Drug Information
4 reviews for Terbinafine (Lamisil)
Lamisil contains Terbinafine.
Terbinafine is an antifungal medicine. As tablets, it is mainly used for fungal nail infections and stubborn fungal skin infections such as ringworm and athlete's foot.
Nail infections take a long time to clear because nails grow slowly. You may need tablets for 6 weeks (fingernails) to 12 weeks (toenails), and it can take months for the new healthy nail to grow out.
What is it used for?
- Fungal nail infections (onychomycosis)
- Ringworm of the body, groin or scalp
- Athlete's foot that has not cleared with creams
How does it work?
Terbinafine blocks a step that fungi need to make their cell walls. This kills the fungus, and the new nail or skin grows back healthy.
This information is written in simple words to help you understand this product. It does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Read these points before you start. If any of them apply to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.
- Do not take it if you have long-term or active liver disease. Your doctor may do a blood test before you start.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, psoriasis or lupus.
- It can change or reduce your sense of taste and smell.
- Tell your doctor if you take antidepressants, beta blockers or heart rhythm medicines.
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every other medicine, vitamin or herbal product you use.
- Keep this product out of the reach and sight of children.
Like all medicines, Lamisil can cause side effects, but not everybody gets them.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Upset stomach, feeling full, or diarrhoea
- Changes in taste
- A mild rash or itching
These are usually mild and often get better as your body gets used to it. Tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away.
Stop using it and get medical help straight away if you notice:
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, pale stools, or feeling very tired and sick (liver problems)
- A severe rash with blisters or peeling skin
- Loss of taste or smell that does not come back, or feeling very low
- Sore throat with fever, or unusual bruising
This is not a complete list. If you notice anything unusual, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- Take one tablet once a day, at the same time each day.
- Swallow it with water. You can take it with or without food.
- The usual adult dose is 250 mg once a day.
- Take it for 6 weeks for fingernails, 12 weeks for toenails, or 2 to 6 weeks for skin infections, as your doctor tells you.
If you miss a dose: Take it as soon as you remember, unless it is nearly time for your next dose. Never take two doses at once.
If you use too much: Contact your doctor, a poison control centre or your local emergency number straight away, even if you feel fine. Take the pack with you.
How to store it: Keep it in its original pack at room temperature (below 25°C / 77°F), away from heat, damp and direct sunlight. Do not use it after the expiry date.
- QWhy does my nail still look bad after finishing Lamisil?
- A
The damaged nail has to grow out. It can take 6 to 12 months for a toenail to look normal again.
- QCan I drink alcohol with Lamisil?
- A
It is best to limit alcohol, as both can affect the liver.
- QCan Lamisil affect my taste?
- A
Yes. Some people notice changes in taste. It usually returns slowly after stopping. Tell your doctor if it is severe.

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Nisha Nguyen –
Just got my order and everything went well. Service was courteous from start to finish. Everything I received was exactly what I ordered.
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