Formulary Monographs [TERBINAFINE, 081404]
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TERBINAFINE
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ALLYAMINES
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Onychomycosis.Indicated for onychomycosis of the toenail or fingernail owing to dermatophytes (tinea unguium
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Headache, rash , nausea, diarrhea, dyspepsia, taste disturbance, elevated liver function test results, rarely, cases of liver failure, some leading to death or liver transplant.
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders (eg, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis), drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome |
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250mg once daily for 6-12 weeks.
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Manufacturer advises use only if potential benefit outweighs risk.
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Accumulation in breastmilk prohibits use.
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