Lamifen 1% – 15g Antifungal Cream
Available at Pharmaegy Pharmacy. Use as directed by your doctor.
Intro: Lamifen Cream is a potent, broad-spectrum antifungal medication produced by European Egyptian Pharmaceutical Industries (EEPI). Its active ingredient is Terbinafine Hydrochloride (1%). Unlike Clotrimazole, which stops fungus from growing, Terbinafine is "fungicidal," meaning it actually kills the fungus. This often results in a faster treatment time for common skin infections.
Indications:
Athlete's Foot (Tinea Pedis): Cracking, scaling, and itching between the toes.
Jock Itch (Tinea Cruris): Fungal infections in the groin and inner thigh area.
Ringworm (Tinea Corporis): Circular, red, itchy skin patches on the body.
Pityriasis Versicolor: Discolored patches (white, tan, or pink) on the chest or back.
Skin Yeast Infections: Red, itchy rashes in skin folds (Candidiasis).
How to Use:
Dosage: Apply once or twice daily as directed by your doctor.
Preparation: Clean and thoroughly dry the infected skin before application.
Application: Spread a thin layer of cream on the affected area and the skin immediately surrounding it.
Important: Treatment for Athlete's foot or Jock itch often only takes 1 week, but you must use it consistently.
Crucial Rules:
Complete the Course: Even if the itching stops after 2 days, finish the full week. Stopping early is the main reason fungal infections return.
Hygiene: Keep the affected area clean and dry. Change clothes/socks that touch the infected area every day.
Side Effects: Generally very mild. You may notice slight redness, itching, or stinging at the application site.
Age Limit: Not recommended for children under 12 years old unless prescribed by a specialist.
Generic International Brands: Lamisil (Original Brand), Terbin (Local), Fungisafe (Local).