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Medicines terbinafine hydrochlorideQuestion & answer

terbinafine hydrochloride · Medicine question

Are tablets and cream interchangeable?

iatroX medicinesMedicine guide reviewed 21 August 2026

The answer

Answer

No. Tablets treat selected dermatophyte infections, while each topical product has specific licensed skin uses and application instructions.

Sources for this answer

Terbinafine 250mg Tablet — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
Lamisil Once — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
Lamisil AT 1% Cream — Current selected SmPC

emc · Summary of Product Characteristics

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