Ternac 1% Cream is an antifungal medicine that is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, such as ringworm, jock itch, and athlete’s foot. Fungal infection is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another). 

Ternac 1% Cream contains Terbinafine hydrochloride, an antifungal that works by damaging the fungal cell membranes, which are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thereby, kills fungi and clears the fungal infection.

Ternac 1% Cream is only for external use. Use Ternac 1% Cream as advised by the doctor. Avoid contact of Ternac 1% Cream with nose, mouth, or eyes. In case Ternac 1% Cream comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Some people may experience side effects like itching, irritation, or skin peeling. Most of these side effects of Ternac 1% Cream do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Ternac 1% Cream or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Ternac 1% Cream. Avoid smoking or going near naked flames as the fabric (bedding, clothing, dressings) that is in contact with Ternac 1% Cream catches fire and burns easily which is a serious fire hazard. If you have psoriasis, inform your doctor before using Ternac 1% Cream.

Ternac 1% Cream is an antifungal that is primarily used to treat fungal infections of the skin, such as ringworm, jock itch and athlete’s foot. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Ternac 1% Cream causes holes in the fungal cell membranes and kills fungi. Thereby, it clears fungal infections and provides relief from cracking, burning, scaling, and itching of the skin caused by infections.

• Itching
• Irritation
• Skin peeling

If you experience severe skin itching with raised lumps, red rash or blisters, stop using Ternac 1% Cream and consult a doctor immediately. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Ternac 1% Cream. Avoid smoking or going near naked flames as the fabric (bedding, clothing, dressings) that is in contact with Ternac 1% Cream catches fire and burns easily which is a serious fire hazard. If someone swallows Ternac 1% Cream accidentally, go to the nearest hospital emergency department or consult your doctor immediately as it may cause symptoms such as stomach pain, dizziness, nausea, and headache. If you have psoriasis, inform your doctor before using Ternac 1% Cream.

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have psoriasis, inform your doctor before using Ternac 1% Cream.

• Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
• In wet places such as changing rooms and gym showers, don’t walk barefoot to prevent fungal infections.
• Do not scratch the affected area of skin as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
• Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
• Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.

Fungal infection: It is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another). Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin or scalp that is contagious and causes a rash resembling a worm in a ring shape. Jock itch (also known as tinea cruris) is a fungal infection of the skin that causes an itchy, red rash in warm and moist areas of the body such as the groin, buttocks, and inner thighs. An athlete's foot (also known as tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that usually starts between the toes, especially in people who have extremely sweaty feet and wear tight-fitting shoes. It occurs most commonly in athletes. It causes itching, burning, or stinging sensation due to a scaly rash.