Lamisil 250

Tablet · Novartis
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Lamisil 250 is a tablet made by Novartis that contains Terbinafine 250 mg. Terbinafine is a antifungal: treats fungal nail and skin infections such as ringworm.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Terbinafine250 mg

What it is used for

Treats fungal nail and skin infections such as ringworm.

How it works

An antifungal that kills the fungi causing ringworm, athlete's foot and nail infections. Cream for skin, tablets for nails and widespread infection.

How to take it

Cream once or twice a day for 1 to 2 weeks. Tablets 250 mg once a day: 2 to 6 weeks for skin, 6 to 12 weeks for nails.

Common side effects

  • Headache
  • Stomach upset
  • Loss of taste (tablets)
  • Skin irritation (cream)

Get medical help straight away if

  • Yellow skin, dark urine, severe tiredness (liver)
  • Severe rash
  • Loss of taste lasting weeks

Be careful

Tablets need weeks of use; rarely affects the liver.

Other medicines and interactions

Raises levels of some antidepressants and beta blockers (via CYP2D6). Rifampicin lowers it.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Cream is acceptable in pregnancy; tablets are usually delayed until after pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Same composition, other brands (10)

Terbicip 250Terbest 250TerbitotalTerbinaforceIfinFintrixTebinaTyza 250SebifinZimig 250

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.

Common questions

What is Lamisil 250?

Lamisil 250 is a tablet by Novartis containing Terbinafine 250 mg.

What is Lamisil 250 used for?

Treats fungal nail and skin infections such as ringworm.

How should I take Lamisil 250?

Cream once or twice a day for 1 to 2 weeks. Tablets 250 mg once a day: 2 to 6 weeks for skin, 6 to 12 weeks for nails. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Lamisil 250?

Common side effects include: Headache, stomach upset, loss of taste (tablets), skin irritation (cream). Get medical help straight away for: Yellow skin, dark urine, severe tiredness (liver), severe rash, loss of taste lasting weeks.

Does Lamisil 250 need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Lamisil 250 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Cream is acceptable in pregnancy; tablets are usually delayed until after pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the substitutes for Lamisil 250?

Brands with the same composition: Terbicip 250, Terbest 250, Terbitotal, Terbinaforce, Ifin, Fintrix, Tebina, Tyza 250, Sebifin, Zimig 250. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.