lamisil
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The patient takes a small tablet of Lamisil to treat a fungal infection on their toenail.
Definition
Noun: - An oral antifungal drug: Lamisil is a pharmaceutical medication taken by mouth, used to treat fungal infections, specifically those affecting the nails.
Usage
- Lamisil is a specific brand name for the drug terbinafine. It is used to combat fungal organisms.
- It is prescribed by a doctor for conditions like onychomycosis (fungal nail disease).
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "to be on Lamisil": to be undergoing a treatment regimen with this medication.
- He has been on Lamisil for three months to treat his nail fungus.
Variants and Related Words
- Terbinafine (n): The generic, non-branded name for the active ingredient in Lamisil.
- Terbinafine is often more affordable than the brand-name Lamisil.
Synonyms
- Antifungal medication: A general term for drugs that treat fungal infections.
- Antimycotic: Another technical term for an antifungal agent.
Notes
- Lamisil is a trademark. In formal medical writing, the generic name "terbinafine" is often preferred.
- This drug requires a prescription and can have side effects; it is not an over-the-counter medication.
The patient takes a small tablet of Lamisil to treat a fungal infection on their toenail.
Noun
- an oral antifungal drug (trade name Lamisil) used to treat cases of fungal nail disease