Lamisil cream is excellent for the treatment for athletes foot and other fungal skin infections.

Active Ingredient

Terbinafine Hydrochloride 1%

Dosage

• Adults and children 12 years and older: Wash the affected skin with soap and water and dry completely before applying.
• For athlete's foot wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes. Change shoes and socks at least once daily. Between the toes only: Apply twice a day (morning and night) for 1 week or as directed by a doctor. On the bottom or sides of the foot: Apply twice a day (morning and night) for 2 weeks or as directed by a doctor.
• For Jock Itch and Ringworm: Apply once a day (morning or night) for 1 week or as directed by a doctor. Wash hands after each use.
• Children under 12 years: Ask a doctor.

Warning

• FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
• Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes.
• STORE BELOW 25C. DO NOT REFRIGERATE.
• Do not use if seal on tube is broken or is not visible.

Purpose

For the treatment of fungal skin conditions such as athletes foot, jock itch, ringworm, pityriasis and candida skin infections.

Lamisil Cream (terbinafine) is a broad-spectrum antifungal medication applied topically to treat fungal or yeast infections on the skin.

The medication is highly effective at eradicating:

• Athlete's foot
• Jock itch
• Ringworm
• Tinea versicolor (pityriasis)
• Certain topical yeast infections

Because the cream is unable to effectively penetrate nails or hair, Lamisil tablets are typically preferred for fungal infections of the scalp, fingernails and toenails.

Lamisil is the most widely-recognized brand name for terbinafine cream in the world, though the medication is also available as a generic in many regions. Both the brand name and the generic version of the cream are available without a prescription.

In addition to creams and tablets, terbinafine is also available in gel, spray and powder form.

Say Goodbye to Fungi with Lamisil Cream

As an antifungal, Lamisil Cream will have no effect on bacterial or viral infections. If unsure of the type infection it should be identified by a doctor before applying the cream.

Lamisil cream is very easy to use, and highly effective if used properly:

• Wash and dry infected area.
• Apply a thin layer of the cream to the affected area, extending a short way onto surrounding healthy skin.
• Rub the cream gently into the skin.
• Repeat twice per day, morning and evening.
• Continue treatment until the infection seems to have cleared up, and for several addition days to ensure all traces of the fungus are destroyed.

Some improvement should be noticeable within the first day or two of use. Most infections will be cleared up entirely with one to two weeks of treatment with Lamisil Cream. Occasionally it will take a little longer to completely clear up an infection, but there should be significant improvement by the two-week mark. If there is not, the condition should be seen by a doctor; this may indicate a non-fungal infection, or a fungal strain that is resistant to terbinafine.

Equally important as treating a fungal infection with an antifungal medication is ensuring the skin is not reinfected. To prevent reinfection or the spread of the infection to others in the household, be sure to:

• Wash hands thoroughly after each application of Lamisil cream or after touching the infected area.
• Avoid skin-to-skin contact of the infected area with other people or pets.
• Change clothing which comes into contact with the infected area at least once a day.
• Wash clothing, towels, bedding and other material which comes into contact with infected areas often---every day if possible.
• Antifungal powders may be sprinkled on shoes, clothing, bedding, furniture, carpet and so forth to further prevent spread if needed.

Unfortunately some people are prone to getting fungal infections despite best efforts to prevent them. Treatment with Lamisil Cream may be repeated as-needed.

Precautions

Because Lamisil Cream does not penetrate the skin fully to enter the bloodstream, serious side effects are extremely unlikely. Some patients do experience itching, burning, stinging and/or redness at the application site; these symptoms are only cause for concern if severe.

Lamisil Cream may enter the bloodstream if applied improperly; do not apply the cream to:

• mucous membranes, including mouth, nose, eyes, vagina and rectum
• open wounds
• skin with bacterial or viral infections
• over very large areas of the body

Ingestion of the cream should be considered a medical emergency in adults, children and pets.

Topical use of terbinafine is unlikely to cause problems for unborn or nursing babies; however, pregnant or nursing mothers should check with a trusted doctor before use just to be on the safe side.