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Active ingredient
Terbinafine Hydrochloride 1 g/100 g
Other brand names
Drug class
Allylamine Antifungal
Dosage form
Cream
Route
Topical
Prescription status
OTC (over the counter)
Pregnancy
See Pregnancy Use Section
Lactation
See Lactation Use Section
Marketed in the U.S.
Since 2007
Label revision date
November 26, 2025
Drug Information (PDF)
Prescribing information, PDF file
Active ingredient
Terbinafine Hydrochloride 1 g/100 g
Other brand names
Drug class
Allylamine Antifungal
Dosage form
Cream
Route
Topical
Prescription status
OTC (over the counter)
CSA schedule
Not a scheduled drug
Pregnancy
See Pregnancy Use Section
Lactation
See Lactation Use Section
Marketed in the U.S.
Since 2007
Label revision date
November 26, 2025
Manufacturer
Walgreen Company
Registration number
ANDA077511
NDC root
0363-2080
Drug Information (PDF)
Prescribing information, PDF file
Packaging Info (2 NDCs)
Packaging & NDC Codes (2)

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Drug Overview

Terbinafine Hydrochloride is an antifungal cream available in a 1% concentration, commonly labeled as "Athlete's Foot Cream." It is primarily used to treat fungal infections such as athlete's foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), and ringworm (tinea corporis). This cream works by curing these infections and relieving associated symptoms like itching, burning, cracking, and scaling of the skin.

If you're dealing with any of these conditions, Terbinafine Hydrochloride may help you find relief and promote healing.

Uses

If you're dealing with athlete's foot, jock itch, or ringworm, this medication can help. It effectively cures most cases of athlete's foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), and ringworm (tinea corporis).

In addition to treating these fungal infections, it also provides relief from uncomfortable symptoms such as itching, burning, cracking, and scaling that often accompany these conditions. You can expect to feel more comfortable as the treatment works to clear up the infection.

Dosage and Administration

To use this medication effectively, start by breaking the seal on the tube with the tip of the cap. Before applying the cream, wash the affected area of your skin with soap and water, then dry it completely.

If you’re treating athlete's foot, it’s important to wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes and change your shoes and socks at least once a day. For application, if the infection is between your toes, apply the cream twice a day—once in the morning and once at night—for one week, or follow your doctor's instructions. If the infection is on the bottom or sides of your foot, apply it twice a day for two weeks. For jock itch and ringworm, you only need to apply the cream once a day for one week. Remember to wash your hands after each use to prevent spreading the infection.

If you’re considering this treatment for a child under 12 years old, be sure to consult a doctor first.

What to Avoid

It's important to use this product safely to avoid potential issues. You should not use it on your nails or scalp, in or near your mouth, or for treating vaginal yeast infections. These areas are sensitive and could lead to unwanted side effects.

While using this product, be careful to keep it away from your eyes. If it accidentally gets into your eyes, rinse them thoroughly with water to prevent irritation. Always follow these guidelines to ensure your safety and the effectiveness of the product.

Side Effects

This product is intended for external use only, so it's important to avoid applying it to your nails, scalp, or in areas near your mouth and eyes, including the eyes themselves. If the product accidentally gets into your eyes, rinse them thoroughly with water.

While using this product, you should stop and consult a doctor if you experience excessive irritation or if the irritation worsens. Additionally, keep this product out of reach of children, and if it is swallowed, seek medical help or contact a poison control center immediately.

Warnings and Precautions

This product is intended for external use only, so please avoid applying it to your nails, scalp, or in and around your mouth and eyes. If the product accidentally gets into your eyes, rinse them thoroughly with water.

While using this product, if you experience excessive irritation or if the irritation worsens, stop using it and consult your doctor. It's also important to keep this product out of reach of children. If a child swallows it, seek medical help or contact a poison control center immediately.

Overdose

If you or someone else has swallowed too much of a medication, it’s important to act quickly. You should seek medical help or contact a poison control center immediately. Signs of an overdose can vary, but they may include unusual drowsiness, confusion, or difficulty breathing.

Don’t wait for symptoms to appear; getting prompt assistance can be crucial. Always keep emergency contact numbers handy and be aware of the steps to take in case of an overdose. Your safety and well-being are the top priority.

Pregnancy Use

If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, it's important to be cautious with any medications, including terbinafine hydrochloride cream. Currently, there is no specific information available about the safety of using this cream during pregnancy, which means that potential risks and benefits have not been clearly established.

Before using this medication, you should consult your healthcare provider to discuss any concerns and to determine the best course of action for your situation. They can help you weigh the potential risks and make informed decisions about your treatment options during pregnancy.

Lactation Use

If you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed, it's important to consult your doctor before using this product. There is a possibility that it may be excreted in breast milk, which means it could potentially affect your baby. Since the effects on nursing infants have not been thoroughly studied, it's best to exercise caution. Always prioritize your health and your baby's well-being by discussing any concerns with your healthcare provider.

Pediatric Use

If you are considering using this product for your child, it's important to know that children under 12 years old should consult a doctor before use. This is because specific dosing instructions for younger children are not provided, and a healthcare professional can offer guidance tailored to your child's needs.

For adults and children aged 12 years and older, you can use the product as directed on the label. Always ensure you follow the instructions carefully to ensure safety and effectiveness.

Geriatric Use

When it comes to using this medication in older adults, there is no specific information available about dosage adjustments, safety concerns, or special precautions. This means that healthcare providers may not have tailored guidelines for elderly patients, which can be important given the unique health considerations that often come with aging.

If you or a caregiver are considering this medication for an older adult, it’s essential to consult with a healthcare professional. They can provide personalized advice and monitor for any potential issues, ensuring that the treatment is safe and effective for the individual’s specific health needs.

Renal Impairment

If you have kidney problems, it's important to know that the information provided does not include specific guidelines for dosage adjustments, special monitoring, or safety considerations related to renal impairment (kidney issues). This means that there are no tailored recommendations for how your treatment may need to change based on your kidney function.

Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice and to ensure that your treatment is safe and effective for your specific condition. They can help determine the best approach for managing your health, especially if you have concerns about your kidneys.

Hepatic Impairment

If you have liver problems, it's important to know that the drug insert does not provide specific information about dosage adjustments, special monitoring, or precautions for your condition. This means that there are no tailored guidelines for how this medication should be used if you have hepatic impairment (issues with liver function).

Before starting any new medication, including this one, you should discuss your liver health with your healthcare provider. They can help determine the best approach for your treatment and ensure your safety.

Drug Interactions

It's important to have open conversations with your healthcare provider about any medications or tests you may be taking. Currently, there are no specific drug interactions or laboratory test interactions noted for this medication. However, your healthcare provider can help ensure that your treatment plan is safe and effective, taking into account all the medications and tests you may be using. Always feel free to ask questions and share your complete health history to avoid any potential issues.

Storage and Handling

To ensure the safety and effectiveness of your product, always check that the seal on the tube is intact and visible before use. If the seal is broken, do not use the product. For proper storage, keep it at a controlled room temperature between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). Additionally, you can find important information such as the lot number and expiration date on the carton or the crimp of the tube, so be sure to check these details before use.

Additional Information

You should apply this medication topically, following these guidelines: for athlete's foot between the toes, use it twice a day (morning and night) for 1 week, or as directed by your doctor. For athlete's foot on the bottom or sides of the foot, apply it twice a day for 2 weeks. For jock itch and ringworm, use it once a day for 1 week.

Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes; if that happens, rinse your eyes thoroughly with water. If you experience excessive irritation or if your condition worsens, stop using the product and consult your doctor. Keep this medication out of reach of children, and if swallowed, seek medical help or contact a poison control center immediately.

FAQ

What is Terbinafine Hydrochloride?

Terbinafine Hydrochloride is an antifungal cream with a 1% concentration, commonly used to treat fungal skin infections.

What conditions does this cream treat?

It cures most athlete's foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), and ringworm (tinea corporis), while relieving associated itching, burning, cracking, and scaling.

How should I use this cream for athlete's foot?

For athlete's foot between the toes, apply twice a day for 1 week. For the bottom or sides of the foot, apply twice a day for 2 weeks, or as directed by a doctor.

What is the recommended use for jock itch and ringworm?

Apply the cream once a day for 1 week for jock itch and ringworm, or as directed by a doctor.

Are there any precautions I should take?

Do not use the cream on nails, scalp, in or near the mouth or eyes, or for vaginal yeast infections. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.

What should I do if I experience irritation?

Stop using the cream and consult a doctor if irritation occurs or worsens.

Is this cream safe for children?

Consult a doctor before using this cream on children under 12 years of age.

Can pregnant or nursing women use this cream?

Consult a doctor before use during pregnancy or if you are nursing, as the effects on a nursing infant are not well studied.

How should I store this cream?

Store the cream at a controlled room temperature of 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) and do not use if the seal on the tube is broken.

What should I do if the cream is swallowed?

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, seek medical help or contact a poison control center immediately.

Packaging Info

Below are the non-prescription pack sizes of Walgreens (terbinafine hydrochloride). Columns show Packaging, Formulation Type, and Active Ingredient Strength.

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Drug Information (PDF)

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Description

No description information is available for the specified drug.

Uses and Indications

This drug is indicated for the treatment of most cases of athlete's foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), and ringworm (tinea corporis). It effectively cures these fungal infections and provides relief from associated symptoms, including itching, burning, cracking, and scaling.

Limitations of Use: There are no known teratogenic or nonteratogenic effects associated with this drug.

Dosage and Administration

Adults and children aged 12 years and older should begin treatment by using the tip of the cap to break the seal and open the tube. Prior to application, the affected skin must be washed with soap and water and dried completely.

For the treatment of athlete's foot, it is recommended to wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes and to change shoes and socks at least once daily. When applying the medication between the toes, it should be administered twice a day (morning and night) for a duration of 1 week, or as directed by a healthcare professional. For application on the bottom or sides of the foot, the medication should also be applied twice a day (morning and night) but for a duration of 2 weeks, or as directed by a healthcare professional.

For the treatment of jock itch and ringworm, the medication should be applied once a day (either morning or night) for 1 week, or as directed by a healthcare professional. It is important to wash hands thoroughly after each use to prevent the spread of infection.

For children under 12 years of age, it is advised to consult a doctor before use.

Contraindications

The product is contraindicated for use on nails or the scalp, as well as in or near the mouth or the eyes. It should not be used for vaginal yeast infections.

In addition, care should be taken to avoid contact with the eyes during application. If contact occurs, it is essential to rinse thoroughly with water.

Warnings and Precautions

For external use only. This product is contraindicated for application on nails or the scalp, and it should not be used in or near the mouth or the eyes. Additionally, it is not intended for the treatment of vaginal yeast infections.

Care should be taken to avoid contact with the eyes. In the event of eye contact, it is imperative to rinse thoroughly with water.

Users should discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional if excessive irritation occurs or if irritation worsens.

This product must be kept out of reach of children. In the case of accidental ingestion, immediate medical assistance should be sought, or contact with a poison control center is advised.

Side Effects

Patients should be aware that this product is for external use only. It is contraindicated for application on nails or the scalp, and it should not be used in or near the mouth or the eyes, nor is it indicated for vaginal yeast infections.

During use, it is imperative to avoid contact with the eyes. In the event of eye contact, patients should rinse thoroughly with water. If excessive irritation occurs or worsens, patients are advised to discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional.

Additionally, this product should be kept out of reach of children. In the case of accidental ingestion, immediate medical assistance should be sought, or a poison control center should be contacted without delay.

Drug Interactions

There are currently no documented drug interactions associated with this medication. Additionally, there are no known interactions with laboratory tests. As such, no specific recommendations for dosage adjustments or monitoring are warranted at this time.

Packaging & NDC

Below are the non-prescription pack sizes of Walgreens (terbinafine hydrochloride). Columns show Packaging, Formulation Type, and Active Ingredient Strength.

Packaging configurations for Walgreens.
Details

Pediatric Use

Pediatric patients under 12 years of age should consult a healthcare professional before using the product, as specific dosing instructions for this age group are not provided. For adolescents and adults aged 12 years and older, the product may be used as directed. It is important for healthcare providers to assess the appropriateness of the product for younger patients on an individual basis.

Geriatric Use

There is no specific information available regarding the use of this medication in geriatric patients, including dosage adjustments, safety concerns, or special precautions. Healthcare providers should exercise caution when prescribing this medication to elderly patients, as individual responses may vary. It is advisable to monitor these patients closely for any adverse effects or changes in efficacy, given the lack of targeted data for this population.

Pregnancy

The available data regarding the use of terbinafine hydrochloride cream during pregnancy is limited. The prescribing information does not specify any safety concerns, dosage modifications, or special precautions for pregnant patients. As such, healthcare professionals should weigh the potential benefits against any unknown risks when considering the use of this medication in pregnant individuals. Women of childbearing potential should be counseled on the lack of specific information and the importance of discussing any concerns with their healthcare provider.

Lactation

Lactating mothers should consult a doctor before using this product. There is a potential for excretion in breast milk, and the effects on a nursing infant are not well studied; therefore, caution is advised.

Renal Impairment

Patients with renal impairment have not been specifically addressed in the available prescribing information. There are no dosage adjustments, special monitoring requirements, or safety considerations outlined for individuals with reduced kidney function. Healthcare professionals should exercise caution and consider the lack of data when prescribing to this patient population.

Hepatic Impairment

Patients with hepatic impairment have not been specifically studied in relation to this drug. Consequently, there are no established dosage adjustments, special monitoring requirements, or precautions outlined for individuals with compromised liver function. It is recommended that healthcare providers exercise caution when prescribing this medication to patients with hepatic impairment, given the lack of data on its safety and efficacy in this population. Regular monitoring of liver function may be prudent in these cases, although specific parameters are not defined in the prescribing information.

Overdosage

In the event of an overdosage, immediate medical intervention is crucial. If the substance is ingested, it is imperative to seek medical assistance or contact a poison control center without delay.

Healthcare professionals should be aware that prompt action can significantly influence the outcome of an overdosage situation. Symptoms may vary depending on the specific substance involved, and monitoring for any adverse effects is essential.

Management of overdosage should include supportive care and symptomatic treatment as necessary. Continuous assessment of the patient's condition is recommended to address any complications that may arise.

Nonclinical Toxicology

No teratogenic or non-teratogenic effects have been reported in the available nonclinical studies. Additionally, there is no information regarding animal pharmacology and toxicology. The absence of data limits the assessment of potential risks associated with the use of the compound in question.

Postmarketing Experience

No postmarketing experience details are available in the insert text.

Patient Counseling

Healthcare providers should advise patients to keep this product out of reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion. In the event of swallowing the product, patients should seek medical help or contact a poison control center immediately.

Patients should be informed that this product is not intended for use on nails or the scalp, and it should not be applied in or near the mouth or the eyes. Additionally, it is important to clarify that this product is not indicated for the treatment of vaginal yeast infections.

Healthcare providers should instruct patients to discontinue use and consult a doctor if they experience excessive irritation or if the irritation worsens. Furthermore, when using this product, patients must be cautioned against getting it into their eyes. In case of eye contact, they should rinse thoroughly with water.

Storage and Handling

The product is supplied in a tube format, and it is essential to ensure that the seal on the tube is intact and visible before use. If the seal is broken or not visible, the product should not be used.

Storage conditions require the product to be maintained at a controlled room temperature between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). For tracking purposes, the lot number and expiration date can be found on the carton or the crimp of the tube.

Additional Clinical Information

Patients should apply the medication topically according to the following guidelines: for athlete's foot between the toes, it should be applied twice daily (morning and night) for one week, or as directed by a clinician. For athlete's foot on the bottom or sides of the foot, the application should also be twice daily for two weeks, or as directed. For jock itch and ringworm, the medication should be applied once daily (morning or night) for one week, or as directed.

Clinicians should counsel patients to avoid contact with the eyes; in the event of eye contact, patients should rinse thoroughly with water. Patients are advised to discontinue use and consult a doctor if irritation occurs or worsens. Additionally, the medication should be kept out of reach of children, and if swallowed, medical assistance or contact with a poison control center should be sought immediately.

Drug Information (PDF)

This file contains official product information for Walgreens, including active ingredients, dosage, warnings, and labeling as submitted by the manufacturer for OTC distribution.

View product document (PDF)

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