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Antifungal preparation 'Lamisil' (ointment): instruction for use

Various skin diseases, which are caused by pathogenic fungi, require drug treatment with preparations belonging to the class of fungicides. This includes "Lamisil" (ointment), the instruction to which recommends the use of it, in addition to fungal infections of the skin and nails, with multi-colored lichen and even diaper rash.

The main component of this drug is terbinafine, which suppresses the synthesis of terol in the cells of fungi, which causes them to die after a short time.

The agent "Lamisil" (ointment) recommends the instruction to apply a thin layer on the areas of the body afflicted with the disease, and on the skin around them, after which it is slightly rubbed. The procedure should be 1-2 times a day. Use the "Lamisil" (ointment) instruction advises from 2 to 4 weeks. The result should appear already within the first 7-14 days after the beginning of the application. If the improvement does not occur, then, perhaps, a remedy with a stronger effect on microorganisms is needed. With the onset of improvement, it is not worth stopping therapy, this is getting rid of only signs of the disease, not from him. Treatment should be done before the end. A greater effect will give additional treatment of shoes, socks, etc. by this tool.

The active substance of the drug does not affect the metabolism of hormones and other drugs. With external application, no more than 5% of the dose is absorbed, which makes the absorption of terbinafine in the blood sufficiently small.

If used to treat "Lamisil" (ointment), the instruction should be read carefully, since there are contraindications to this tool, the main one of which is hypersensitivity to the active substance. In addition, local or allergic reactions, such as rashes, redness, pruritus, urticaria, and others may appear in rare cases. If these symptoms are observed, the drug should be discontinued and consulted by your doctor.

In isolated cases, loss of appetite, a change in the color of urine, a general weakness are observed. If there are any unpleasant sensations after using the drug, treatment is no longer acceptable.

The drug "Lamisil" (ointment) instruction allows to use both for treatment of adults and children who have reached 2 years. At an earlier age and during pregnancy, studies on the effect of the drug have not been carried out, therefore it is better to refrain from using it. Exceptions can make up rare cases, and only after consulting a doctor. When breastfeeding with milk, terbinafine is released. However, with external application only a small part of the drug is absorbed, so it is unlikely that the child will have a negative effect. Dosage for the elderly is not reduced, but stored in the usual way.

Not only ointment, but also other forms of release of this drug, for example, "Lamisil" (gel) instruction calls for use with caution, so that there is no accidental contact with the eyes or mucous membranes. If this does happen, immediately flush affected areas with running water. This may cause temporary irritation. In a situation, if they do not pass long enough, it is recommended to consult a specialist.

No cases of overdose of ointment are known. With occasional ingestion, nausea, dizziness, and abdominal pain are possible. It is recommended to consult a specialist immediately who will prescribe symptomatic treatment.

"Lamisil" (dermgel) instruction contains practically the same recommendations as for the use of ointment. It has the same basic active substance, and this drug is applied externally in the same dosage. The low price of the drug "Lamizil" (regardless of the form of release) makes it affordable for all segments of the population.

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