Lamisil Cream (terbinafine) is a topical antifungal treatment used to eradicate common fungal or yeast infections of the skin. It may be used anywhere on the body except for mucous membranes.

The medication works by disrupting the integrity of fungal cell membranes, causing the cells to die. Most fungal infections of the skin are cleared up after one or two weeks of treatment with Lamisil Cream.

Though a potent and highly effective antifungal treatment, topical applications of Lamisil Cream present very little risk of side effects or drug interactions. A prescription is not required to buy Lamisil Cream in most places.

Using Lamisil Cream

Lamisil Cream can be used for nearly any fungal or yeast infection of the skin, including:

• Athlete's foot
• Jock itch
• Ringworm
• Tinea versicolor (pityriasis)
• Certain topical yeast infections

While some people do buy Lamisil Cream to treat fungal infections of the nails or scalp, it is generally less effective than Lamisil tablets in these cases because it is difficult for the cream to penetrate nails and hair. Tablets may also be more effective if the infection has spread to a very large extent over the body.

For other fungal skin infections, however, treatment is quite simple:

• Wash and dry infected area.
• Apply a thin layer of the cream to the affected area, extending a short way onto surrounding healthy skin.
• Rub the cream gently into the skin.
• Repeat twice per day, morning and evening.
• Continue treatment until the infection seems to have cleared up, and for several addition days to ensure all traces of the fungus are destroyed.

Most patients notice considerable improvements within the first day or two of starting treatment. It typically takes one to two weeks to fully eliminate an infection. Severe infections may take an additional week or two, but improvements should be noticeable and significant by the second week. If the infection is not significantly improved by then, alternative treatments should be considered.

Safety Considerations

The vast majority of patients use Lamisil Cream without any problems at all. A small percentage of patients may experience mild redness, itching, stinging or burning when the cream is applied to the infected area. These symptoms are not cause for concern unless severe; if they do become severe, medical attention is warranted. Though exceedingly rare, a severe rash may indicate a potentially dangerous reaction.

The reason Lamisil Cream produces so few side effects is because the medication is restricted to the skin and doesn't enter the bloodstream. If it does enter the bloodstream, it may produce a number of relatively serious adverse reactions. To prevent the medication from entering the bloodstream, avoid applying it to:

• mucous membranes, including mouth, nose, eyes, vagina and rectum
• open wounds
• skin with bacterial or viral infections
• over very large areas of the body

If Lamisil Cream is ingested by children or pets, seek emergency medical treatment.

Women who are pregnant or breast feeding should discuss potential risks with a doctor before use.

Buy Lamisil Cream for Less at Kiwi Drug

Kiwi Drug clients have the option to buy Lamisil Cream as the brand-name product or as a less-costly generic. Both are quality, authentic products produced by authorized manufacturers. A prescription is not required to buy Lamisil Cream or its generic equivalent.

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