Terbinafine: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Terbinafine is an antifungal medicine. It is a prescription medicine used for fungal nail infections, ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch and other fungal skin infections. In Pakistan it is available as tablets, cream, lotion, solution and sprays, made by 18 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Terbinafine works
Terbinafine blocks an enzyme fungi need to make their cell membrane, which kills the fungus.
What is Terbinafine used for?
Terbinafine tablets are used for fungal infections of the nails and for widespread ringworm. Creams and sprays are used for athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm and other fungal skin infections.
Side effects of Terbinafine
Common side effects of Terbinafine include:
- Stomach upset or diarrhoea
- Headache
- Rash or itching
- Change in taste (tablets)
Stop the tablets and see a doctor if you develop yellowing of the skin, dark urine, persistent tiredness, or a severe rash.
Precautions and warnings
- Nail infections need weeks to months of treatment, and nails take time to grow out clear.
- Your doctor may check liver tests before and during tablet treatment.
- Keep skin clean and dry and continue cream for the full time advised.
- Tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease or lupus.
Frequently asked questions about Terbinafine
What is the price of Terbinafine in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Terbinafine products currently in stock range from Rs 193 to Rs 2,568 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Terbister 10gm Cream at Rs 193. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Terbinafine are available in Pakistan?
Terbinafine is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Terbisil (Saffron Pharmaceutical Company), Cutis (Tabros Pharma), Terbiderm (Atco Laboratories Ltd), Lamisil (Novartis Pharma (Pakistan)ltd), Funasole (Bio Labs), Terbisan (Sante Limited), Verticil (Pharma Health) and Terbinasav (Serving Health Pakistan), along with 10 more brands listed below.Do I need a prescription for Terbinafine?
Yes. Terbinafine is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Are all Terbinafine brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Terbinafine in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Terbinafine brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 40+ products containing Terbinafine from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
