Various skin diseases, the culprits of which are pathogenic fungi, require drug treatment with drugs belonging to the class of fungicides. This also includes Lamisil (ointment), the instruction for which recommends its use, 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 inhibits the synthesis of terol in the cells of fungi, which is why after a short time they die.
Means "Lamisil" (ointment), the instruction recommends applying a thin layer on areas of the body affected by the disease, and on the skin around them, after which it is slightly rubbed. The procedure should be 1-2 times a day. Use "Lamisil" (ointment) instruction advises from 2 to 4 weeks. The result should appear within the first 7-14 days after the start of use. If improvement does not occur, then perhaps a remedy with a stronger effect on microorganisms will be needed. With the onset of improvement, you should not stop therapy, so this is getting rid of only the signs of the disease, and not from himself. Treatment should be completed. A greater effect will be provided by additional processing of shoes, socks, etc. with this tool.
The active substance of the drug does not affect the metabolism of hormones and other drugs. For external use, no more than 5% of the dose is absorbed, which is why the absorption of terbinafine in the blood is quite small.
If “Lamisil” (ointment) is used for treatment, the instructions should be read carefully, as there are contraindications to this remedy, the main of which is hypersensitivity to the active substance. In addition, local or allergic reactions, such as rash, redness, itching, urticaria, and others, may occur in rare cases. If these symptoms are observed, the use of the drug should be discontinued and consult your doctor.
In isolated cases, loss of appetite, discoloration of urine, general weakness are observed. If there are any discomfort after using the drug, further treatment is unacceptable to them.
The drug "Lamisil" (ointment) instruction allows you to use both for the treatment of adults and children over 2 years of age. At an earlier age and during pregnancy, studies on the effect of the drug were practically not carried out, so it is better to refrain from using it. Exceptions may be rare cases, and only after consulting a doctor. When breastfeeding, terbinafine is excreted along with milk. However, with external use only a small part of the drug is absorbed, therefore, a negative effect on the child is unlikely. The dosage for the elderly is not reduced, but maintained in the usual manner.
Not only ointment, but also other forms of release of this drug, for example, Lamisil (gel), the instruction encourages use with caution so that accidental contact with the eyes or mucous membranes does not occur. If this still happened, immediately wash the 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.
About cases of an overdose of ointment, nothing is known. In case of accidental ingestion, nausea, dizziness, and abdominal pain are possible. It is recommended to immediately contact a specialist who will prescribe symptomatic treatment.
"Lamisil" (dermgel) instructions contain almost the same recommendations as for the use of ointments. It has the same main active substance, but this drug is applied externally in the same dosage. The low price of the drug "Lamisil" (regardless of the form of release) makes it available to all segments of the population.