Lamisil 250 mg Tablets are used to treat skin and nail fungal infections, as they contain an active ingredient that eliminates troublesome fungi.
Lamisil ingredients
Lamisil tablets contain the active ingredient terbinafine, an antifungal agent that treats skin and nail fungal infections.
Lamisil uses
Lamisil tablets are used for fungal infections:
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Skin fungal infections
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Nail fungal infections
Dosage of Lamisil
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The usual dose: one 250 mg tablet per day.
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Lamisil For skin infections: treatment duration is 2 to 6 weeks.
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Lamisil for nail fungus: treatment duration ranges from 6 weeks to 3 months. In some patients, toenail infections may require treatment for 6 months or more.
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Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water.
Lamisil 250 mg side effects
Common side effects of Lamisil include:
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Headache
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Stomach issues such as loss of appetite, indigestion, and bloating
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Diarrhea
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Skin rash
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Muscle and joint pain
Lamisil Contraindications
Do not use Lamisil tablets in cases of:
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Hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients
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Liver problems
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Breastfeeding
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Children
Warnings and Precautions
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking Lamisil tablets, especially if you:
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Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant
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Have kidney or liver problems
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Have psoriasis
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Have lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus)
Drug Interactions
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using Lamisil tablets with any other medication, especially:
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Antidepressants
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Birth control pills
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Rifampicin
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Heart medications such as beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol) or antiarrhythmics
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Anticoagulants like warfarin
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Other antifungal medications
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Cough medications such as dextromethorphan
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Caffeine (found in coffee)
Storage Instructions
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Keep out of reach of children
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Store at a temperature below 25°C
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Do not use the medication after the expiry date printed on the package.