Question 1

can you use terbinafine hydrochloride to treat a ringworm of the body (tinea corporis) and if so how many times a day should you apply the cream?

Accepted Answer

Fungal Treatments: Yes. Twice a day. If it does not get any better then a physician should examine it.

Question 2

to treat tinea versicolor, i'm using lamisil at (terbinafine hydrochloride 1%). how long should i apply the cream per day and for what duration. i was thinking about leaving it on all day.?

Accepted Answer

Twice a day x 1 wk: Terbinafine showed be used twice a day for a week which gives about a 70% cure rate. May need to be retreated.

Question 3

can i use a tinea cream (terbinafine hydrochloride 1%) and vaseline? vaseline to stop itching and barrier between my skin and clothes, on torso front.

Accepted Answer

No Problem: I see no problem with using the terbinafine cream along with vaseline ointment.  However, I would suggest you apply the terbinafine first, then cover with vaseline.  This will allow better treatment of the fungal infection.

Question 4

does terbinafine hydrochloride have a steroid in it?

Accepted Answer

No: It is an anti-fungal medication.

Question 5

can lamisil (terbinafine hydrochloride) give me acne?

Accepted Answer

No: Probably not. In any case, you've had an acne flare; you usually won't find the cause. Start using topical benzoyl peroxide for a few months; if this doesn't clear you, get with your physician.

Question 6

earlier i got itching near my thighs.the doctor prescribed me to take terbinafine hydrochloride tablets.but now there is itching and severe swelling i?

Accepted Answer

See the Dr: Best result from a dermatologist. Itching and swelling WHERE? Trebinafine would be used for tinea cruris. If you have that you almost certainly also have tinea pedis. Now you need a complete reevaluation.

Question 7

can i use jock itch on my feet? (tebinafine) it's probably tinea perdis. or just use athletes foot? (terbinafine hydrochloride) sound the same

Accepted Answer

Either One Ok to Use: Tinea Pedis, a fungal skin infection: itchy rash between toes/sides of feet, can infect toenails. Same fungus causes Jock Itch. Terbinafine (anti-fungal) used to treat both. Prevention is key. Cleanse feet/between toes daily in soapy water. air dry 15 min. Avoid sweaty feet, wear absorbent socks, change if damp, shoe inserts &amp; foot powder help. See doctor if not resolved after 2 wks therapy.

Question 8

i had jock itch from last one week. can u tell me the tablets which can cure the itch soon.i used lamisil (terbinafine) cream but it is not cured .

Accepted Answer

Several: Several forms of antifungal tablets can be used.  Need to see your physician or go to urgent care so the diagnosis can by confirmed.

Question 9

what is lamisil (terbinafine) cream and why is it usually prescribed?

Accepted Answer

See below: Lamasil cream has anti-fungal, and anti-yeast activity, and is prescribed to treat fungus and yeast infections.

Question 10

can i use lamisil (terbinafine) cream on face? thank you

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, you can.  Do not get it in your eyes, mouth or nose.

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A member asked:

Can you use terbinafine hydrochloride to treat a ringworm of the body (tinea corporis) and if so how many times a day should you apply the cream?

A member asked:

To treat tinea versicolor, i'm using lamisil at (terbinafine hydrochloride 1%). how long should i apply the cream per day and for what duration. i was thinking about leaving it on all day.?

A member asked:

Can i use a tinea cream (terbinafine hydrochloride 1%) and vaseline? vaseline to stop itching and barrier between my skin and clothes, on torso front.

A member asked:

Does terbinafine hydrochloride have a steroid in it?

A member asked:

Can lamisil (terbinafine hydrochloride) give me acne?

A member asked:

Earlier i got itching near my thighs.the doctor prescribed me to take terbinafine hydrochloride tablets.but now there is itching and severe swelling i?

A member asked:

Can i use jock itch on my feet? (tebinafine) it's probably tinea perdis. or just use athletes foot? (terbinafine hydrochloride) sound the same

A member asked:

I had jock itch from last one week. can u tell me the tablets which can cure the itch soon.i used lamisil (terbinafine) cream but it is not cured .

A member asked:

What is lamisil (terbinafine) cream and why is it usually prescribed?

A member asked:

Can i use lamisil (terbinafine) cream on face? thank you

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