Details
Terbinafine cream 1%
Recommended by NICE and in the cochrane report for prefered choice of treatment for tinea pedis.
The 15gram size packaging makes an ideal retail product to your patients.
Indications
Fungal infections of the skin caused through dermatophytes (e.g., T. Rubrum), or Candida (Candida Albicans)
Actions
Fungicidal effect on dermatophytes and moulds.
Fungicidal or fungistatic against yeasts.
Terbinafine reduces the production of ergosterol and increases the production of squalene resulting in fungal cell death.
Topical Terbinafine doesn`t affect the metabolism of other drugs through the Cytochrome P-450.
Application
To apply to clean dry skin.
In a thin layer on and around the area.
To be used once or twice a day. Usually for 2 weeks.
Advice to patients should always be to continue for the 2 weeks and not to finish when the symptoms ease which could be after a couple of days. The stopping and starting of treatment can prolong the required treatment with signs and symptoms of the fungal infection returning.
Main Ingredient
Terbinafine Hydrochloride
Suitable for
Adults and children over the age of 12.
Not recommended in pregnancy and breast feeding.
Additional supportive information
Information from the EMC (electronic medicines compendium) for healthcare professionals
https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/12831/smpc#about-medicine
Patient information leaflet
https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/12831/pil#about-medicine
Delivery
Delivery & Dispatch Information
Order Dispatch
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If your order is urgent and requires same day dispatch, please contact our Sales Office on 01280 706661 when placing your order - additional charges may apply.
Please note: This service does not apply to larger items such as chairs, couches, units, and large autoclaves. Dispatch times and delivery options for these items vary - please contact our Sales Office for further details.
Large Equipment Deliveries
For delivery options, lead times, and charges on chairs, couches, units, large autoclaves and single items over 30kg, please contact our Sales Office on 01280 706661. Charges will vary based on delivery service, location, and timing.
Important: A Pre-Delivery Questionnaire must be completed before arranging equipment deliveries. This ensures access is suitable and supports the health and safety of our delivery teams.
Delivery Rates
The following rates apply to items under 30kg and so exclude chairs, couches, units, and large autoclaves:
Mainland UK
• Free delivery for orders over £75.00 (ex VAT)
• For orders under £75.00 (ex VAT): £5.95 (ex VAT)
