Lamisil Side Effects And Precautions

Lamisil known also by its generic name ‘Terbinafine’ refers to an antifungal antibiotic and is used for the treatment of fungal infections. As a rule the drug is taken in tablet form and is effective in the treatment of the infections of fingernails and toenails. Lamisil can be prescribed to treat the fungal infections in the hair follicles on the scalp in children over the age of four years old.

Lamisil, as any drug can arise a row of side effects which include upset stomach, diarrhea, mild nausea, headache, skin rash, itching or an unpleasant taste in the mouth. In rare cases a person may experience more serious side effects such as fever, chills, flu symptoms, sores in the mouth, joint pain, patchy skin color, etc. If being on Lamisil medication you notice one of the indicated side effects which persist for a considerably long period of time do not hesitate to address to a health care professional as soon as possible.

There are cases when the use of this drug is not recommended or is prohibited completely. It can happen in case a person is allergic to the main components of the drug or if he/she has such health disorders as liver or kidney disease, a history of depression or some other serious conditions. In case you are taking any other medications alongside with Lamisil let your health care provider know about them. Some of them may interact well with Lamisil, others are forbidden to be used in combination with this drug. Therefore it is very essential to inform your doctor of all medications you are taking.