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Lamifin Lotion 20ml is a prescription drug, available for use as Lotion. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus. The alternative uses of Lamifin Lotion 20ml have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Lamifin Lotion 20ml depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Lamifin Lotion 20ml are Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lamifin Lotion 20ml as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lamifin Lotion 20ml are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lamifin Lotion 20ml is Safe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Lamifin Lotion 20ml related warnings talks about Lamifin Lotion 20ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Lamifin Lotion 20ml have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Lamifin Lotion 20ml with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Lamifin Lotion 20ml is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lamifin Lotion 20ml is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Lamifin Lotion 20ml safe for pregnant women?
Lamifin is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Lamifin Lotion 20ml safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Lamifin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Lamifin Lotion 20ml on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Lamifin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lamifin Lotion 20ml on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Lamifin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Lamifin Lotion 20ml on the Heart?
Lamifin is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lamifin Lotion 20ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lamifin Lotion 20ml habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Lamifin Lotion 20ml has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lamifin Lotion 20ml as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lamifin Lotion 20ml only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lamifin Lotion 20ml is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lamifin Lotion 20ml
Taking Lamifin Lotion 20ml with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lamifin Lotion 20ml
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lamifin Lotion 20ml.
Take Lamifin as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Lamifin is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects are observed such as stomach discomfort, headache, and hypokalemia (low potassium).
Yes, Lamifin is effectively used in the treatment of ringworm (tinea corporis). However, this is a prescribed drug do not take it on your own. Get yourself physically examined in case of severe patches.
No, Lamifin should not be taken with birth control pill because it can interfere with birth control pills, and causes irregular periods and breakthrough bleeding. Keep your doctor informed before taking them together. Try other methods of contraception such as condoms, barrier methods to avoid unwanted pregnancies.
Lamifin can be taken orally and applied topically. An oral form such as tablet should be taken with or without food and avoid caffeine intake while on medicine. Duration and dose of the course will vary according to the severity of the antifungal infection. The topical form of medicine should be applied to the affected area twice daily or as adviced by a doctor, do not apply more or less as recommended by healthcare practitioners.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lamisil (terbinafine hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 795-796
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-177
