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Compare Lamisil vs. Jublia

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Key takeaways

Terbinafine (Lamisil) and Jublia (efinaconazole) are both antifungal medications used to treat nail fungus, but they have some key differences. Terbinafine is taken orally as a tablet, while Jublia is a topical solution applied directly to the toenail. Terbinafine is typically taken once a day for 6 to 12 weeks, whereas Jublia is applied daily for about 11 months. Terbinafine can cause side effects like headache, rash, and upset stomach, and it has a risk of serious liver damage. Jublia, on the other hand, mainly causes local side effects like ingrown toenails and skin irritation. Terbinafine is available as a lower-cost generic, but Jublia does not have a generic version. Additionally, Jublia is only approved for toenail fungus, while terbinafine can treat both fingernail and toenail infections.

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  • Summary of Lamisil vs. Jublia

    Summary for Antifungal
    Prescription only

    Terbinafine is used to treat fingernail and toenail fungus in adults. It's a type of antifungal that helps get rid of the fungus. Terbinafine is a tablet you take once a day, but treatment can take many weeks to finish. Common side effects include headache, rash, and diarrhea. Terbinafine can interact with other medications, including certain antidepressants and beta blockers.

    Summary for Antifungal
    Prescription only

    Jublia (efinaconazole) is a prescription antifungal medication used to treat toenail fungus in people 6 years and older. It comes as a topical solution that you apply once a day directly to the affected toenail and the skin around it. Treatment usually lasts for almost a year. Common side effects include ingrown toenail and redness, itching, or irritation at the application site.

  • Indications of Lamisil vs. Jublia

    Indications for
    •Fungal infection of the toenail or fingernail
    Indications for
    •Toenail fungus in people 6 years and older

  • Pros and Cons of Lamisil vs. Jublia

    Pros and Const for Antifungal
    Pros
    •Works better to treat nail fungus than other treatment options
    •First-choice over other antifungals that are taken by mouth
    •Taken once a day, with or without food
    Cons
    •Can take several weeks to work
    •Can cause loss of taste or smell (sometimes permanently)
    •Not recommended if you have liver problems
    Pros and Const for Antifungal
    Pros
    •Used just once a day
    •Applied directly to the toenail(s)
    •Fewer side effects compared to oral antifungals
    Cons
    •Doesn't work as well as other antifungals
    •Can be messy to apply
    •Treatment lasts almost a year

  • Common Side Effects of Lamisil vs. Jublia

    Common Side Effects for
    •Headache (13%)
    •Rash (6%)
    •Diarrhea (6%)
    •Indigestion (4%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Ingrown toenail (2%)
    •Skin irritation around the application site (2%)
    •Blisters around the application site (2%)

  • Warnings of Lamisil vs. Jublia

    Common Side Effects for
    •Liver damage
    •Changes to taste or smell
    •Symptoms of depression
    •Low white blood cell counts
    •Serious skin reactions
    •Lupus flare up
    •Clotting and bleeding problems
    Common Side Effects for

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