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Terbinafine (Topical Route)
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Description
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 infection of the skin (cutaneous candidiasis).
Terbinafine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
- Gel/Jelly
- Cream
- Spray
- Solution
