Description and Brand Names

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US Brand Name

  1. LamISIL
  2. LamISIL AT

Canadian Brand Name

  1. LamISIL Dermgel

Descriptions


Terbinafine is used to treat infections caused by a fungus. It works by killing the fungus or preventing its growth.

Terbinafine is applied to the skin to treat:

  • ringworm of the body (tinea corporis);
  • ringworm of the foot (interdigital and plantar tinea pedis; athlete's foot);
  • ringworm of the groin (tinea cruris; jock itch);
  • tinea versicolor (sometimes called “sun fungus”); and
  • yeast infections of the skin (cutaneous candidiasis).

This medicine is available both over-the-counter (OTC) and with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Gel/Jelly
  • Cream
  • Solution
  • Spray

Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2015

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