What is Sebifin Cream 1%?
Sebifin cream 1% is prescribed to treat various fungal infections of your skin and nails, such as ringworm.
Sebifin cream contains Terbinafine and belongs to a class of drugs called antifungal agents.
Terbinafine is effective in treating different fungal infections like athlete’s foot, cutaneous candidiasis, jock itch, tinea versicolor, and ringworm.
Sebifin cream 1% is also available under the brand name Lamisil and can be purchased from licensed drugstores after a doctor’s prescription.
Terbinafine cream provides quick relief from symptoms such as irritation, itching, and soreness. It also clears up the rash on your skin.
How does Sebifin Cream 1% work?
Terbinafine is an antifungal medicine that effectively controls the fungal infection of your body.
Sebifin Cream disturbs the fungal cell membrane by obstructing the production of certain chemicals within the cell that are needed for its survival.
This further stops the fungal cell from multiplication and manages the spread of your fungal infection.
How to use Sebifin Cream 1%?
Sebifin cream is for external use only. Take the required quantity of the medication and apply it to your affected skin areas.
Terbinafine should be used in the dose and duration directed by the doctor. The affected areas should be cleaned and dried before this medication is applied.
Before and after application of Sebifin Cream 1%, you should wash your hands thoroughly.
Even if you get relief from fungal infections, do not stop using Terbinafine cream until you have finished the complete course.
Stopping Sebifin cream too early can cause the fungi to continue growing and cause the infection to return or worsen.
Avoid contact with Terbinafine cream with your eyes, face, ears, nose, or any other mucous membranes.
Your doctor will decide on the correct dose and duration of treatment based on the seriousness of your infection and your age.
What are the Side effects of Sebifin Cream 1%?
Most side effects of Terbinafine cream do not require medical attention; they disappear once the body adjusts to the medicine.
Some common side effects of Sebifin Cream 1% include:
Get emergency medical help if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
What are the precautions and warnings related to Sebifin Cream 1%?
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Do not use Sebifin Cream 1% if you are allergic to it or terbinafine or have other allergies. This medicine might contain inactive ingredients that can cause allergic reactions.
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Terbinafine cream is not suitable for use in children below 18 years. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult the doctor before using this medicine.
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Let your doctor know about all other medicines you use, including prescription and non-prescription drugs and herbal supplements, as they can affect or be affected by Sebifin Cream.
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You should not recommend Terbinafine cream to another person even if they suffer from symptoms similar to yours.
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Sebifin cream 1% does not affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machines.
