LAMISIL Reviews (TERBINAFINE HYDROCHLORIDE)Average Rating: 2.2 (1141 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare LAMISIL with similar:
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| 5 | toenail fungus | loss of appetite, anorexia, weight loss (yaaayyy!!) | I was shocked when i read everybody's reviews and side effects about lamisil. i have had toenail fungus for 7 years and been using Lamisil for about a year on and off. i get my liver and everything checked to make sure im healthy. My fungus is gone, i had no side effects other than loss of appetite and weight loss. well that was the main reason why i started to take lamisil anyway, im 5'4' and started off 107 pounds and got down to 97pounds thanks to lamisil. im not encouraging anyone to use it as a means of weight control but thats why im using it twice a year (with 3 month breaks in between). doesnt cause me any depression. it really increases my energy level so i hit the gym everyday. but everybody is different and reacts differently to drugs. i think its worth the side effects if you wanna be able to wear them open toe high heels on your date. let me know if you have any questions. Lola | F | 25 | 12 months 250mg 1X day | 1/26/2014 | 2 | toe nail infection big toe + others | Didn't notice any significant side effects | My doctor DIDN'T advise to take it for only 3 months. I have just finished taking it though due to no improvement in symtoms. But I was taking Lamisil for 10 months!!!! So dangerous not to be advised earlier! | F | 30 | 10 months | 3/2/2008 | 3 | Toe nail fungal infection | Intermittent headaches and feeling drained, loss of motivation to exercise as much as normal (normally very active cyclist 10-12hrs/wk) Definite decrease in exercise capacity as measured with a power meter. Poor sleep pattern. Very tired in evenings, needing extra sleep. But worst symptom has gradually appeared after 5-months on it has been anxiety. Never had this before. Can't talk in a relaxed way, in my work environment when under stress without feeling breathless and sweaty. now. Also a few runs of heart arrhythmia (fast rate to 210 bpm) for a minute at at time when exercising hard. Horrible symptoms. Have completely cut out caffeine now, and although it has helped a bit, the anxiety symptoms persist and I can't wait to come off it. Blood tests have been fine. Also take thyroxine and triiodothyronine so suspect there is some interaction here | M | 52 | 9 months 250mg 1X day | 10/3/2020 | 1 | Tonail fungus | Am attributing feelings of unwellness every morning to the Lamisil - have discontinued use for 4 days now, and expect to be feeling better. | Was supposed to take Lamisil for a whole year - gave up at 9 months when it became obvious that it wasn't doing anything. | F | 38 | 9 months | 6/7/2005 | 5 | severe toenail fungus | none - other than intolerance to alcohol, less tolerance of coffee and slight headaches until I upped my water intake | UPDATE: I took Lamisil from Nov 2006 to July 2007. Two years from when I started - toenails still clear, ditto thumbnail. I scrupulously apply a topical cream fortnightly though. Buying and wearing open toed shoes is just wonderful! This is my second southern hemisphere summer in sandals - oh joy! I so wish I had done this years ago, but the health forum scaremongering got to me. I'm amazed at the spectrum of reactions - I was and still am in perfect health. If you're fit and healthy, and eat a good diet, should be fine. But don't drink on this medicine! My diet is low-fat and healthy, so I'm not sure whether people who eat junk food, take-away and preservatives would have the same experience I did. BTW part of my problem was ingrown big toenails - I've had those fixed and now I'm certain there's no infection lurking there. | F | 51 | 8 months | 11/30/2008 | 5 | fungus in all 10 toenails | Initial headaches, needed to drink lots of water, alcohol intolerance | Hi - updating a further two years on, and my toenails have been absolutely clear with no topical applications whatsoever since 2008. I recommend to any young people with fungus problems - don't delay; I wish I had taken the lamasil years before. I attempted the full gamut of topical applications, including expensive ones. But please don't drink alcohol during the course of treatment - my reaction to tiny amounts of alcohol was phenomenal. And drink lots of water. I think it's also wise to eat a very healthy diet during treatment - so your liver is taxed as little as possible. | F | 53 | 8 months 250 1X day | 12/29/2010 | 5 | toenail fungus | No side effects | Excellent product. I was about to lose both big toe nails. Starting taking the tablets, and fungus stopped in its tracks. Continued taking till nails grew back in. This was about 4 years ago. Since then, on advice of my dermatologist, I have rubbed a bit of Lamisil cream on the base of each nail every morning, and have had no recurrence of toenail fungus. I highly recommend this product. | M | 69 | 8 months 30 mg 1X day | 10/15/2011 | 1 | Bi-Polar | Hives. constant itch, crying, depressed, out bursts, thoughts of lack of self worth, acne & fatigue. | F | 59 | 8 months 200 MG | 3/29/2012 | 5 | Toenail fungus | No side effects whatsoever. | I had a terrible case of toenail fungus on all ten toes for over 30 years. 7 months on Lamisil completedly solved the problem. That was about 7 years ago and my toes have remained perfectly clean. My wife had a minor case of stuborn fungus on one toenail. Our doctor had her take Lamisil for one week and then not again for 3 months. This system of one week on Lamisil and three months off it reduce the risks and the side effects. After six months her toenail was completely cleared up. I recommend Lamisil without reservation. If you have doubts ask your doctor about this system of reduced exposure. Another suggestion, when reading ratings it is important to see how long the person has been on the drug. You can't judge the effectiveness of this drug in a matter of days or even a small number of weeks. | M | 70 | 7 months | 3/2/2006 | 4 | Toenails | Within a half hour of taking the first pill I felt very queasy. I learned quickly that I need to take the pill with food. | My toenails overall are a lot better. However, they are not completely cured yet, there are still small areas. I plan on taking the medication as long as it takes for my nails to be completely clear. It's been over half a year, and the only thing I still notice is that my urine sometimes smells like penicillin. | F | 52 | 7 months 250 MG 1X day | 8/31/2015 | 5 | Toenail fungus | I had nail fungus on one foot only, my pinky toe, 2nd smallest, and my big toe. My pinky nail was completely fungal and my big toe was very infected on the top sides. I tried over the counter products, prescription lacquers, tea tree oil, Vicks, (and combining these) even laser, and nothing worked so I finally tried Lamisil. Immediately I saw great improvement and after 6 months on the medication all nails are clear except for the tiniest sliver on the very top of my big toenail and I'm optimistic this will grow out as the rest of it has. I experienced bloating, stomach upset/cramps, a poisoned feeling from excessive drinking unlike any hangover I've had previously, and I have been suffering from hair loss that I hope is due to the medicine. I have very fine but normally voluminous hair so the hair loss and the bloating have been the most distressing side effects for me. I also suspect some abdominal weight gain but again I hope this is just a side effect. | Despite the side effects I truly believe this medication was the best treatment option for me and I am thrilled with the results. I suffered with toenail fungus for about 6 years and while it's tough on your body, if you are in good health generally I would recommend you try it under doctor supervision. | F | 40 | 6 months 250mg 1X day | 10/24/2017 | 5 | toenail fungus | see my post 29 January - liver tests normal, side effects diminished over time. I was expecting full-on symptoms and was surprised at how mild they were. | After 6 months on the drug, and now two months after stopping, MY TOENAILS ARE CLEAR! My misshapen nails are even straightening out. I went to a podiatrist rather than beautician, to have the nails seen to - I recommend that, they know how to "guide" the nail. I HAVE JUST BEEN SHOPPING FOR OPEN TOE SHOES! I could not be happier with this drug - I would believe it or not swap some life expectancy for having presentable feet - they were that bad. | F | 49 | 6 months | 9/27/2007 | 5 | TOE NAIL FUNGUS | A FEW SORE THROATS AT NIGHT | TOOK IT FOR 6 MONTHS AND IT HAS CLEARED MY TOE NAIL FUNGUS BUT HAS TAKEN OVER A YEAR FOR THE NEW NAIL TO GROW IN. | M | 37 | 6 months | 10/31/2008 | 5 | Fungal Toenail Infection | No side effects were noticed. | Excellent results achieved, almost all of the infection has gone. My toenails are now clear and normal looking. I hope the rest of the infection on the end of my big toes goes too, my GP told me that it takes longer to remove the infection from the big-toes because of the large size/area of the nails. | M | 25 | 6 months | 9/21/2004 | 5 | Toe nail fungus | the first week, a werid carboad taste in my mouth...Then I started taking it before sleep...Never had any side effects. | After 3 months, I saw a ink nail root growing, I WAS SO HAPPY...But I asked 3 extra months of treatment, just in case...To be sure the bad fungus will die once for good....Since that time my nail grown fine, my big toe is not completely finish to grow, but all the new part that grow is perfectly healthy (its been 6 months i stopped Lamisil) BUT, the 2 small toe that grow back, the nail is very thinwith stripes..How they will get stronger, but ingeneral, i am VERY satisfied with the treatment! | F | 29 | 6 months 250 1X day | 1/25/2012 | 5 | severe toenail infection | Almost none - intolerance of alcohol, needed to drink lots of water. | Four years on - and no relapse! My fingernail and toenails have been completely clear now since 2008. I cannot recommend this drug more highly - it has changed my life. I had severe toenail fungus for some 10 years. | F | 54 | 6 months 1X day | 6/23/2012 | 5 | toe nail fungus | None. Topical Lamisil works perfectly. | Directions for use: Apply white vinegar to each nail with a brush. Apply a coating of Lamisil creme once a day in the morning before putting on socks. Please note that this takes 6 months or so and the processed may work faster if application is 2 times a day. You will see amazing results in 6 months. Plus the nail will thin out and not remain thick due to the acidity of the vinegar which allows the Lamisil to permeate into the nail. | 58 | 6 months 30mg 1X day | 12/27/2010 | 5 | Nail fungus | Irratibility, but I am already an irritable person so maybe it wasn't the drug. | The only regret I have is why did I wait so long! I had nail fungus bad on my toe nails especially my right big toe. It was in the way of me living my my life. I had a complex. For about 8 years I refused to wear flip flops (I live in Florida by the beach), was cautious to not let anybody see my feet, even my wife for the first year we were dating. I took the generic brand of Lamisil about 1 1/2 years ago for about 6 months. It slowly ate away at the fungus and continued working after i discontinued the pills. It works! My fungus is 95% cured. Even the scaling and itching on the bottom of my feet is 95% gone. I wear sandels and don't hide my feet anymore. If you have fungus take the pill! | M | 41 | 6 months 1X day | 3/30/2011 | 4 | Toe-nail fungus affecting 8 toes | Frequent Nausea and liver / abdominal pains after 3 weeks, irregular bowels, lots of wind - both ends! and towards the end big fatigue. Tonic water helped reduce the nausea and I cut alcohol, milk products and sometimes coffee. Each time the side-effects occurred I stopped the treatment (after about 3 weeks each time) then recommenced when I felt okay again so it's taken about 6 months covering 3 periods of 3 weeks treatment to complete the dose, but it does kill the fungus. Although this last period the nausea has continued longer and i stopped the treatment with about a week to go. I wouldn't want to take it again. | It does work but I discovered through the web that tea-tree oil and "Vicks" are effective so I'm using these daily / alternately to finish off the remaining millimeters of fungus on the big toes. This also works, if you file down the nail surface so it can penetrate. Thanks to the Lamisil and these two products I've new clear nails after about 10 years ! But Lamisil is not good for the body so precautions should be much stronger. | M | 58 | 6 months 250mg 1X day | 5/11/2010 | 4 | Fungal nail infection | Loss of taste, Nausea, tingling in 2 fingers in left hand headaches, difficulty breathing...all in alll pretty nasty. | It did however cure the problem..... | M | 48 | 6 months | 3/16/2004 |
LAMISIL (TERBINAFINE HYDROCHLORIDE): Terbinafine is used to treat certain types of fungal infections (e.g., fingernail or toenail). It works by stopping the growth of fungus. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as antifungals. FDA Approval Date: 1992-12-30 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)