This medication is intended for the treatment of fungal diseases. According to the instructions, "Terbizil" is used for lichen, candidiasis, rubrophytia, trichophytosis and other similar diseases caused by dermatophytes. This is a fairly effective drug, having a lot of positive reviews among users.
Symptoms and treatment of fungal diseases
To detect the presence of fungus, you should pass a special analysis. The doctor analyzes the scales, part of the nail, hair or a fragment of the vesicle, and only after microscopic examination determines the cause and nature of the disease. For the treatment of fungal diseases, complex therapy is used. It includes tablets, cream, rubdowns and acid treatment. If the fungus appears on the head, then the patient switches to using a special shampoo. And also the patient should undergo a course of restoration of intestinal microflora.
Symptoms of fungal diseases are as follows:
- White spots, the appearance of which is accompanied by itching and redness, indicate candidiasis.
- Changes in pigmentation and peeling are signs of keratomycosis.
- A rather complex and dangerous disease in which the internal organs of a person are affected is called deep mycosis. It manifests itself in various pains of unknown origin.
- Damp spots with cracks that occur in the inguinal folds, or damage to the toenails are called dermatophytes.
For the prevention of fungal diseases, personal hygiene should be followed. This is especially important after contact with animals such as cows, horses, goats and sheep.
Terbizil Release Form
This drug has several forms of release. The most popular is a cream for external use. And also this product is released in the form of tablets, liquid solution and spray. Cream "Terbizil" white shade with a pleasant smell of almonds. Round tablets of the drug also have a white color. On one side there is an engraving with the inscription "250". The tablets are in a blister in the amount of 14 pieces. One package contains 2 blisters of the drug. This product is manufactured by the Hungarian pharmaceutical company Gedeon Richter.
Chemical composition
The active component of the drug is terbinafine. In addition to it, other components are present in the composition of the tablets:
- Magnesium stearate.
- Cellulose.
- Plant starch.
- Silicon dioxide.
One tablet contains 250 mg of active substance.
The cream also contains terbinafine. Additional components include elements such as alcohol, sodium hydroxide, monostearate, a polysorbate preservative, and water.
Why use
This tool has a fairly wide range of applications. Due to the active component, it blocks the synthesis of fungi at an early stage of cell accumulation. It is used for:
- Cutaneous dermatitis with no detected etiology.
- Various fungal infections.
- Defeat of the feet with yeast-like parasites.
And also this drug has proven itself in the fight against ringworm.
This tool gives the result only with constant use. It has the effect of accumulation and does not begin to act immediately, but gradually.
Instructions for use "Terbizil"
Before applying the cream, wash and dry the skin. Then a small amount of the contents of the tube is squeezed out onto the damaged area and thoroughly smeared over the entire surface.
If the cream is applied before bedtime, it is advisable to immediately apply a gauze bandage immediately after use. In the treatment of feet from a fungus, the cream is used at least twice a day for 1 month. In order to get rid of lichen, it is enough to use the cream for 10-15 days.
According to the instructions, Terbizil tablets are used once a day for two weeks. For children with a body weight of 20 to 40 kilograms, the norm of use is halved. For them, use no more than half a tablet per day. If the child has a body weight of more than 40 kg, then an “adult” dose of the drug is prescribed.
Treatment for pregnant women and children
This tool is undesirable to use during pregnancy. If “Terbizil” is used by a nursing mother, then in the future lactation will have to be stopped. The active component of the drug passes into breast milk and is excreted with it. The instruction for ointment "Terbizil" does not recommend the use of this tool for the treatment of children under 12 years old.
Precautionary measures
Eye cream should not be allowed. It can cause severe irritation. If the drug accidentally enters the mouth, a sorbent should be taken. Due to non-observance of precautions, allergies and irritations often develop, which manifest as persistent redness and inflammation of the skin.
The instruction for the use of Terbizil tablets advises patients with renal failure and liver diseases to consume no more than half a tablet per day. Tablets are taken only after meals. They can be washed down with plain water as well as sweet tea. The taste of the drug is neutral.
The instruction to "Terbizil" does not recommend using this drug for too long. If he did not bring the desired result during the recommended time, then further use of Terbizil should be discarded. In such cases, the doctor prescribes another drug.
Contraindications
This remedy has a number of contraindications. It is undesirable to use it in the following cases:
- With malignant skin tumors.
- With varicose veins.
- It is highly not recommended to use this remedy for renal failure.
- In case of liver disease, you should consult your doctor.
- Do not use this tool during lactation, as well as in the first and last trimester of pregnancy.
- It is highly undesirable to use Terbizil for children under 12 years old.
Doctors do not recommend drinking alcohol during the course of treatment. Thus, the load on the liver increases, which can extremely negatively affect its condition.
As practice shows, with good treatment, positive dynamics are observed 5-6 days after the start of use of the drug. If the patient skips days and applies the cream from case to case, then the effect of the treatment may not occur.
Side effect
Often during the use of the drug there are undesirable effects. They usually manifest with the following symptoms:
- Persistent redness of the skin.
- Acute or aching pain.
- A rash on the skin accompanied by itching.
- Exacerbation of the disease due to improper administration of the drug.
Sometimes a crust forms at the site of redness. This suggests that an overdose of the drug has occurred and its further use should be discontinued. In case of an overdose of pills, headache, nausea and weakness occur. The instruction to Terbizil warns of such a side effect as staining urine in a dark color. With these symptoms, stop taking the tablets and consume sorbents.
This tool is highly not recommended for use with alcohol because of its toxicity. Sometimes patients complain of a change in taste, which does not pass throughout the course of treatment. And there may also be a constant feeling of a full stomach and diarrhea.
Analogs of means
This drug has several analogues that can replace it. Among them, the following drugs are the most popular:
- Exifin gel. It is contained in convenient tubes in an amount of 10 mg. This drug is used for various fungal infections of the skin, lichen and cracked feet. It is used once a day for 7 days. This tool is not recommended for children, and with an overdose, painful rashes in the form of urticaria may occur. Instructions for use of the ointment "Terbizil" is identical to the manual for the gel "Exifin".
- Cream "Terbinafine" is a broad-spectrum drug. He is able to fight many types of fungi and dermatophytes. It is used no more than 2 times a day, applying a thin layer on the surface of the skin. Do not allow the cream to enter the mouth or mucous membrane of the eye. Otherwise, severe irritation may occur. This tool has a lot of positive reviews. The instructions for the ointment "Terbizil" and the cream "Terbinafine" coincide on many points.
- Lamifast is available in the form of a white translucent cream without taste or smell. It is forbidden to use to treat children under 12 years of age. Among the side effects, itching and swelling are noted.
All these funds have proven themselves in the fight against fungal diseases.
Drug storage
According to the instructions, Terbizil is stored for 3 years. It is better to keep it out of the reach of children and animals. The optimum storage temperature should not be above 30 degrees and below 15. The storage location should also be dry and protected from direct sunlight. After the expiration date, the drug should be disposed of.
User reviews
In their reviews, patients often share ways to use this drug. The most commonly used ointment is Terbizil. Users describe the product as a light cream of white color with the smell of almonds. Its price is quite affordable. To get rid of the fungus on the feet, rub the cream 2 times a day for 1 week. After 7 days, a person gets rid of sweating legs and an unpleasant odor. According to the instructions for use with Terbizil cream, it can be used much longer.
With the help of tablets, you can get rid of the fungus on the nails. After a course of treatment, healthy nails grow in patients, and the disease leaves the person forever. Since most fungal diseases are directly related to a weakened immune system, doctors advise to adhere to a healthy lifestyle and abandon bad habits for the entire period of treatment.
Despite the rather high price for a pack of 28 tablets, many people prefer to buy this particular remedy. It is taken one tablet per day for 1 or 3 months, depending on the diagnosis. To make the treatment as quick as possible, doctors recommend the use of vitamins.
This remedy is able to cure even the most entrenched disease. On the Internet, you can often find reviews about how this drug helped with onychomycosis, which a person has had for 20 years.
We reviewed the instructions for the use of "Terbizil", reviews and analogues of this drug.