Terbinafine Cream (Terbinafine Hydrochloride)

Adult dosage

Apply to the affected area 1 to 2 times daily. The treatment duration varies by condition: 1. Athlete's foot: Once daily for 1 week. Interdigital (between toes) athlete's foot: Twice daily for 1 week. Plantar athlete's foot: Twice daily for 2 weeks. 2. Tinea corporis, tinea cruris: 1 to 2 weeks. 3. Cutaneous candidiasis: 1 to 2 weeks. 4. Tinea versicolor: 2 weeks. If clinical symptoms do not improve after the treatment duration, re-evaluation is needed.

This medication may not be safe for certain individuals. Specifically, those who are allergic to this drug or any of its components, or who have experienced hypersensitivity should avoid using it. It is advisable for pregnant women, those who may become pregnant, and nursing mothers to refrain from using this medication. It is also not recommended for children. If skin rash or allergic reactions occur during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician or pharmacist. If there is severe irritation, itching, redness, hives, skin peeling, or formation of scabs on sore areas, consult a professional immediately. While using this medication, it is important not to use occlusive dressings or wrapping techniques without the physician's instructions. If symptoms do not improve despite using this medication, testing should be conducted to check for infections due to other causes, and alternative treatments should be sought if necessary. It is advisable to avoid using acidic soaps in the presence of Candida infections. Though this drug has low systemic absorption when applied to intact skin, caution should be taken in cases of wounds, large skin areas, or especially in infants where systemic effects may occur. If this medication is accidentally ingested, activated charcoal should be used to remove the active ingredient, and symptomatic treatment should be provided as necessary. This medication is intended for topical use only, and care must be taken to avoid contact with the eyes. If it gets into the eyes, it should be washed out immediately with plenty of water, as there is a risk of eye irritation or worsening infection. It is not advisable to apply it to nails, scalp, around the mouth, or vaginal areas. Animal studies have reported that this medication may cause slight phototoxicity (skin damage from light), so caution is advised during sun exposure. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored tightly closed in its original container. Transferring it to another container may lead to improper usage or loss of efficacy.

Mild side effects

• Rash
• excessive irritation
• hives
• erythema
• dermatitis
• redness
• itching
• irritation
• localized contact dermatitis
• skin peeling

Food interactions

This medication should not be used with acidic soaps as Candida can proliferate in acidic environments.

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage helps retain the drug's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

White cream

Package unit

15g/tube, 20g/tube, 450g/bottle