Generic name: Terbinafine 1% Cream
Terbinafine is an antifungal cream that is sold under the name Lamisil. Your doctor might prescribe the medicine by its generic name. This medicine is used to treat jock itch, toenail, fingernail, athlete foot, and scalp ringworm issues. You will get this medicine in a cream formulation. This medicine is highly lipophilic and blends with the skin and blocks the biosynthesis of ergosterol, which is an important part of fungal membranes. For this, it reduces the inflammation and itchiness of the skin. You can buy this cream from Safe Canada Pharmacy at a low price and it will be delivered to your doorstep.
Other than jock itch, ringworm, and athlete’s foot issues, the medicine is used to treat pityriasis which is a skin condition caused by a fungal infection. It causes darkening or lightening of the areas of legs, arms, chest, and neck. Terbinafine 1% Cream prevents the growth of the infection.
What are the uses of Lamisil 1% Cream - Generic Equivalent?
Other than jock itch, ringworm, and athlete’s foot issues, the medicine is used to treat pityriasis which is a skin condition caused by a fungal infection. It causes darkening or lightening of the areas of legs, arms, chest, and neck. Terbinafine 1% Cream prevents the growth of the infection.
What are the dosage and direction of Lamisil 1% Cream - Generic Equivalent?
You need to follow the doctor's prescription completely and should maintain the dose as prescribed to keep the healthy balance in your body. You should not use the medication anytime without proper need as it reduces your capability to fight antifungal infections using antibiotics further. If your doctor has not specified, you can follow the Medication guide attached with the cream in the packaging.
• Make sure you are keeping a gap of 12 hours between two applications. This is the maximum one should take within a day.
• The dosage and frequency of the medication depend on your health condition and how you would react to the medicine.
• If you are taking other medicines that can hinder its effectiveness, you should use this medication 2 hour before getting other creams. You can keep a gap of 2 hours between two medicines to minimize cross-effects.
• Don’t stop taking the medication once the symptoms reduce, else bacterial infection will come back strongly.
What precautions should I take when taking Lamisil 1% Cream - Generic Equivalent?
You have to be aware of the details of the medication doctors prescribe you. You need to consult with the doctor about your health as a whole and the medications you regularly take to avoid any interactions.
• If you are allergic to Terbinafine, you must inform your physician, so that they can change the medicine to avoid strong side effects.
• You must inform your doctor about the medicines that you consume each day for your previous medical conditions.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding your kid, don’t take such antibiotics without consulting your doctor.
• If you are going to undergo some operation big or small, inform the doctor of the medicines you take regularly for better effectiveness.
What are the contraindications of Lamisil 1% Cream - Generic Equivalent?
Every medicine has its side effects. Some of these are common and get cured naturally within a week after you start taking the medication. Some are quite problematic and can lead you to further ill-health. You need to consult a doctor immediately to control the situation from worsening further. Some of the common side effects are:
• Vomiting or discomfort in digestion
• Swelling in your throat or face
• Burning sensation in your eyes
• Purple or red skin rash
• Gas
• Stomach pain or body aches
• Diarrhea
• Unusual weakness
• Pale stools which are rare
• Joint pain and tiredness
You need to be aware of the changes in your body and if you feel something is not right, rush to a doctor and don’t keep it to yourself.