Terbinafine Oral
In Depth
- Uses and How to Use
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Drug Images
Pronounced: (ter-BIN-uh-feen)
Terbinafine Oral Uses
Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (e.g., fingernail or toenail). It works by stopping the growth of fungus. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as antifungals.
How To Use Terbinafine Oral
Take this medication by mouth, usually once a day, or as directed by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food. Dosage and duration of therapy is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
It may take several months after completion of treatment to see the full benefit of this drug. It takes time for your new healthy nails to grow out and replace the infected nails.
Continue to take this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished. Stopping the medication too early may allow the fungus to continue to grow, which may result in a relapse of the infection.
Inform your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.
