Question 1

What is Terbinafine Oral used for?

Accepted Answer

Terbinafine Oral is indicated for: Dermatophytosis.

Question 2

What routes can Terbinafine Oral be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: PO.

Question 3

Which species have cited Terbinafine Oral dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Terbinafine Oral dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 2 species: Cat (Domestic), Dog (Domestic).

Question 4

Is Terbinafine Oral a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Terbinafine Oral is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Terbinafine Oral?

Accepted Answer

Hepatotoxicity — monitor liver enzymes. GI upset. Drug interactions (CYP2D6 inhibitor). Effective for dermatophytosis resistant to azoles. Excellent keratin concentration.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Terbinafine Oral?

Accepted Answer

Reported side effects, adverse reactions, and contraindications for Terbinafine Oral: Hepatotoxicity — monitor liver enzymes. GI upset. Drug interactions (CYP2D6 inhibitor). Effective for dermatophytosis resistant to azoles. Excellent keratin concentration.

Question 7

How does Terbinafine Oral work?

Accepted Answer

Inhibits squalene epoxidase in ergosterol synthesis. Fungicidal against dermatophytes. Concentrates in skin, nails, and hair.

Species	Route	Dose	Frequency	Evidence	Source
Dog (Domestic)	PO	20–30 mg/kg	q24h	Moderate	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Cat (Domestic)	PO	30–40 mg/kg	q24h	Moderate	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

Terbinafine Oral

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Species with Terbinafine Oral dosing data (2 dose rules)

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