Lamisil
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Lamisil
LAMISIL®
(terbinafine hydrochloride) Tablets
DRUG DESCRIPTION
Lamisil (terbinafine) Tablets contain the synthetic allylamine antifungal compound terbinafine hydrochloride.
Chemically, terbinafine hydrochloride is (E)-N-(6,6-dimethyl-2-hepten-4-ynyl)-N-methyl-1-naphthalenemethanamine hydrochloride. The empirical formula C21H26CIN with a molecular weight of 327.90, and the following structural formula:
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Terbinafine hydrochloride is a white to off-white fine crystalline powder. It is freely soluble in methanol and methylene chloride, soluble in ethanol, and slightly soluble in water.
Each tablet contains:
Active Ingredients: terbinafine hydrochloride (equivalent to 250 mg base)
Inactive Ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide NF, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose USP, magnesium stearate NF, microcrystalline cellulose NF, and sodium starch glycolate NF.
What are the possible side effects of terbinafine (Lamisil)?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Some people taking terbinafine have developed severe liver damage leading to liver transplant or death. It is not clear whether terbinafine actually caused the liver damage in these patients. In most cases, the patient had a serious medical condition before taking terbinafine.
Call your doctor at once if you have symptoms of liver damage, such as nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark...
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What are the precautions when taking terbinafine (Lamisil)?
Before taking terbinafine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: liver disease.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: immune system problems, kidney disease, lupus.
Limit alcoholic beverages. Daily use of alcohol may increase your chance for serious side effects.
This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning...
Last reviewed on RxList: 5/19/2011
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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