Terbinafine Hcl Oral - Terbinafine Oral Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Terbinafine Hcl Oral
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Possible Side Effects

• Headache, diarrhea, gas, stomach upset, nausea or rash may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
• You may experience a temporary loss or change in taste sensation that will return after the medication is stopped.
• Tell your doctor immediately if these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur.

Usage Instructions

• Take this by mouth as directed usually once a day.
• Treatment may continue for 6 weeks for a fingernail infection or 12 weeks for a toenail infection.
• Another method of dosing involves using the drug for one week per month until treatment is completed.
• Continue to take this until the full prescribed amount is finished.
• Stopping the medication too early may result in ineffective treatment or a relapse of the infection.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Terbinafine Hcl Oral Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 77 degrees F (15 to 25 degrees C) away from heat and light as directed.

Medicinal Applications

• This is an antifungal medication used to treat fungal infections of the fingernail or toenail.

Terbinafine Hcl Oral Miscellaneous Notes

• The fungal infection may be cured within several weeks.
• However, the nail bed may not appear healthy until it grows out completely over a few months.
• If it does not improve or becomes worse with continued therapy, notify your doctor.
• This medication is prescribed for your current condition only.
• Do not use it for another infection or share it with others.
• Another infection later on may require a different medicine.
• Your doctor may periodically perform lab tests during treatment to monitor your progress.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include headache, nausea, stomach pain, and dizziness.

Drug Interactions

• Tell your doctor of any nonprescription or prescription medication you may take, including.

Read Before Using Terbinafine Hcl Oral (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.