"Fungoterbine" ointment. Instructions

"Fungoterbin" ointment instruction refers to antifungal drugs that have a fungicidal effect. The medication has a white (almost white) color and a slight specific odor. When applying topical absorption only 5% of the dosage occurs. Thus, the ointment "Fungoterbin" has a minimal systemic effect.

The active substance (as in many antifungal agents) is terbinafine. This component has a wide range of effects. Terbinafine is able to interfere with the early stages of the biosynthesis of ergosterol. Thus, accumulation of squalene (a biological compound, one of the main protectors of a healthy cell) occurs, resulting in the death of the fungal cell.

The drug "Fungoterbine." Instructions. Indications

The medication is prescribed for fungal infections of the skin, including mycosis of the feet, inguinal epidermophytosis, lesions of the smooth skin of a fungal character, infectious skin lesions with yeast-like fungi (Candida), with varicoloured diarrhea.

"Fungoterbine" ointment does not recommend the use of hypersensitivity to terpinaphin or other components of the drug.

With caution the drug is prescribed for violations in metabolism, alcoholism, renal or hepatic insufficiency, children under twelve years old, with pathologies of vessels in the extremities.

Despite the fact that in the conduct of clinical studies teratogenic properties were not identified, "Fungoterbin" ointment instruction recommends use during pregnancy strictly according to indications. The advisability of the appointment during pregnancy is determined by the attending physician. The drug should also be controlled by a doctor.

It was found that terbinafine is able to excrete with the milk of a nursing woman. Along with this, when applying the drug in the process of feeding through the skin, an insignificant absorption of the active component occurs. Thus, it is considered unlikely that the negative effect on the infant is child. However, it is necessary to consult a specialist.

When using the drug "Fungoterbin" (ointment), the instruction indicates a rare manifestation of adverse reactions. When applied externally on the problem area, itching, redness or burning can occur. According to experts, these reactions are not, as a rule, indications for the withdrawal of the drug. However, these symptoms must be distinguished from manifestations of allergy in the form of urticaria, angioedema, and others that occur in extremely rare cases. When these conditions develop, discontinue treatment and consult a specialist.

If the "Fungoterbine" ointment accidentally penetrates the inside, the likely symptoms may be similar to the signs of an overdose of the tablet form of the drug. In particular, it is possible to vomit, pain in the epigastric region, nausea. In this condition, the stomach is washed, activated charcoal is taken. If necessary, symptomatic treatment is prescribed.

The use of ointment is recommended to children from the age of twelve and adults outwardly once or twice a day. Application is carried out on pre-dried and peeled affected and adjacent areas. Allowed easy rubbing. When accompanied by diaper rash infections (between the fingers, under the mammary glands, in the groin area, between the buttocks), apply gauze to the areas of application of the preparation, especially overnight.

It must be remembered that premature discontinuation of therapy or irregular application of the ointment provokes the resumption of infection.

In the absence of a therapeutic result, after two weeks after the start of treatment, it is necessary to clarify the diagnosis.

Patients who used the drug "Fungoterbine", indicate a fairly rapid onset of relief of symptoms of fungal lesions of the feet. In particular, the itching disappeared, discomfort after the second-third application.

Before using the drug should consult a doctor.