Question 1

is lamisil spray less effective than the cream version?

Accepted Answer

: A cream is more likely to penetrate the skin than a spry.
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Question 2

is it safe to apply lamisil spray for 2 weeks for jock itch or do i put it on for 1 week as said by the manufacturer?

Accepted Answer

: If it has not resolved in a week, it may not be jock itch. It would be prudent to see a doctor, preferably a dermatologist.
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Question 3

since they're the same base ingredient, is switching from the lamisil spray to the cream to treat jock itch just changing the delivery method, or if you need to use the spray for 1 week, you need to restart the countdown switching to cream?

Accepted Answer

: You can count from the first day of using the medication regardless of spray or cream.

Question 4

can you use selsun blue and lamisil (terbinafine) spray for versacolor?

Accepted Answer

Sure: Those would be effective.  But remember that it takes a LONG time for this condition to resolve (1-2 months).

Question 5

my jock itch is becoming ash or powder-like in some parts after applying lamisil spray. is that a sign of the fungus dying and my skin healing?

Accepted Answer

: It may be due to the reaction with the 'fungus' and should heal and recover original color. If not see your MD again

Question 6

changing antifungal spray from lotrimin af to lamictal. sprayed lotrimin this morning. been almost 3 weeks since using prescription cream+spray and almost 2 since told to not use cream. can i spray the lamisil tonight or do i need to wait?

Accepted Answer

: You certainly can use the Lamisil spray twice daily as required

Question 7

can i combine lamasil cream and tolnaftate spray at the same time during treatment for athletes foot? it is hard for the cream to cover the whole sole of my foot. i just wanted to check that using both wont affect its effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

: No, you can use  simultaneously. Keeping the feet clean and dry.  Also, you can use an anti-perspirant spray on your feet to help control the moisture. This alone may resolve any long term need of medication.  Only if infection is present.

Question 8

what is lamisil (terbinafine) used for?

Accepted Answer

Lamisil (terbinafine): Lamisil (terbinafine) is used to treat fungal infections of  scalp &amp; nails.

Question 9

can i use lamisil at for balanitis?

Accepted Answer

: Of course it would be best to obtain an accurate diagnosis , but If it's a yeast infection lamisil may clear it. Yeast infections of the head of the penis are usually moist &amp; itchy. Bear in mind that yeast infections can be passed back and forth between sexual partners and both need treatment. Avoid intercourse until yeast infections are cleared.

Question 10

can you use lamisil (terbinafine) on penis?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but...: ...It's an unusual place for a fungal infection, which is more likely to occur in the groin than on the penis.

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Is lamisil spray less effective than the cream version?

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Is it safe to apply lamisil spray for 2 weeks for jock itch or do i put it on for 1 week as said by the manufacturer?

A member asked:

Since they're the same base ingredient, is switching from the lamisil spray to the cream to treat jock itch just changing the delivery method, or if you need to use the spray for 1 week, you need to restart the countdown switching to cream?

A member asked:

Can you use selsun blue and lamisil (terbinafine) spray for versacolor?

A member asked:

My jock itch is becoming ash or powder-like in some parts after applying lamisil spray. is that a sign of the fungus dying and my skin healing?

A member asked:

Changing antifungal spray from lotrimin af to lamictal. sprayed lotrimin this morning. been almost 3 weeks since using prescription cream+spray and almost 2 since told to not use cream. can i spray the lamisil tonight or do i need to wait?

A member asked:

Can i combine lamasil cream and tolnaftate spray at the same time during treatment for athletes foot? it is hard for the cream to cover the whole sole of my foot. i just wanted to check that using both wont affect its effectiveness?

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What is lamisil (terbinafine) used for?

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Can i use lamisil at for balanitis?

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Can you use lamisil (terbinafine) on penis?

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