The total dose should not be exceeded without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.
Method of application?
Apply the medicine to the affected area(s) of skin. Then massage the medicine in gently. Clean the affected area(s) beforehand. Cover weeping, bright red areas of the body with gauze at night. Wash your hands thoroughly after use. Avoid accidental contact with the eyes. Duration of use?
The duration of use depends on the type of symptoms and/or the course of the disease.
Overdose?
If the medicine is used as described, no symptoms of overdose are known. If large amounts are accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. Nausea, abdominal pain, and dizziness may occur. Forgotten to take it?
Continue taking the medicine as normal (i.e., do not take double the amount) at the next prescribed time.
In general, it is important to ensure that the dosage is correct, especially for infants, small children, and elderly people. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any effects or precautions. The dosage prescribed by your doctor may differ from the information in the package insert. As your doctor will adjust the dosage individually, you should use the medicine according to his or her instructions.
Dosage
As the dosage depends on various factors, consult your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
General dosage recommendation:
| Children aged 12 years and older and adults | A sufficient amount | 1-2 times daily | Regardless of the time of day |
Areas of application
There are various pathogens that can cause disease. Only a doctor can decide whether the medicine is effective against the infection in question.
- Fungal infections with filamentous fungi (dermatophytes), such as:
- Fungal infections of the skin
- Athlete's foot
- Fungal infections between the toes or fingers (interdigital mycosis)
- Fungal infections of the skin with yeast fungi
- Skin lichen caused by pityriasis versicolor
- Fungal infection on the lower leg (tinea cruris)
Mode of action
How does the active ingredient in the medicine work?
The active ingredient damages the outer shell, known as the cell membrane, of fungi. This shell thus loses some of its functions; for example, it becomes less permeable to nutrients, causing the cell to starve. Depending on the concentration of the active ingredient, the fungi are inhibited in their growth and reproduction, or they die directly as a result of additional damage to the cell interior. The active ingredient accumulates in the skin, hair, and nails, where it develops its full effect.
Composition
Per 1 g of cream
10 mg terbinafine hydrochloride
8.89 mg terbinafine
+ Purified water
+ Isopropyl myristate
+ Polysorbate 60
40 mg cetyl alcohol
40 mg stearyl alcohol
+ Cetyl palmitate
+ Sorbitan stearate
10 mg benzyl alcohol
+ Sodium hydroxide for pH adjustment
Contraindications
What are the reasons against use?
- Hypersensitivity to the ingredients
What age group should be considered?
- Children under 12 years of age: The medicine should generally not be used in this age group.
What about pregnancy and breastfeeding?
- Pregnancy: Consult your doctor. Various considerations play a role in determining whether and how the medicine can be used during pregnancy. - Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor or pharmacist. They will assess your specific situation and advise you on whether and how you can continue breastfeeding. If you have been prescribed this medicine despite a contraindication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. The therapeutic benefit may outweigh the risk associated with use in the presence of a contraindication.
Side effects
What undesirable effects may occur?
- Hypersensitivity reactions of the skin, such as:
- Itching
- Burning sensation on the skin
- Skin redness
- Skin rash
If you notice any changes in your well-being during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist. The information provided here primarily takes into account side effects that occur in at least one in 1,000 patients treated.
Notes
What should you keep in mind?
- Caution if you are allergic to antifungal agents (e.g., naftifine and terbinafine)!
- Emulsifiers (e.g., cetyl/stearyl alcohol) may cause (mucous) skin irritation (e.g., contact dermatitis).
