"Fungoterbin" is an antifungal agent that is highly effective. This drug is produced in several dosage forms, so it is convenient and easy to use. At the same time, there are several analogues of Fungoterbine that can replace this medicine. Before you buy a substitute for this drug, you should familiarize yourself with the composition and principle of action of the analogue.
Pills
Tablets "Fungoterbine" have a rounded shape and are painted white. Cellular blisters containing 7 or 10 tablets are used as packaging. There is 1 blister in a cardboard pack.
The main composition of the tablet form contains 250 mg of terbinafine. Additional components are:
- magnesium stearate;
- benzoic acid;
- collidon 30;
- aerosil;
- collidon CL-M;
- MCC.
Cream
Cream for external use is produced in aluminum or polyethylene tubes of 15 g. White or milky cream has a dense thick consistency. There is a slight characteristic odor. The tubes are packed in cardboard packs.
The active composition of the cream includes terbinafine hydrochloride (10 mg per 1 g of cream). The list of additional items includes:
- butylhydroxytoluene;
- urea;
- poloxamer 407;
- macrogol cetostearyl ether 20;
- imidourea;
- cetostearyl alcohol, a small amount of prepared water;
- propylene glycol;
- liquid paraffin.
Spray
Spray is represented by a liquid placed in a spray bottle. In a cardboard box, in addition to the bottle itself and instructions for use, there is a dispenser. Manufacturers offer 2 types of dosage: a 15 ml bottle or a 30 ml bottle.
The main active ingredient is terbinafine hydrochloride (10 mg/1 g liquid). Optional Components:
- urea;
- dibunol;
- povidone;
- ethanol;
- propylene glycol.
Gel
This dosage form is similar in some characteristics to a cream, but the consistency of the gel is lighter, and other compounds are present in the auxiliary components. As for the amount of urea and terbinafine hydrochloride, their performance is identical. In the list of optional components are called:
- carbomer;
- dibunol;
- propylene glycol;
- trolamine.
The gel is packed in an aluminum or polyethylene tube, which is placed in a cardboard box.
Pharmacology
"Fungoterbin" is an antifungal drug with a wide spectrum of antifungal activity. When it comes into contact with the skin or in the body (when ingested), the active components of the drug interact with fungal cells.
Terbinafine can negatively affect the cytoplasmic cell of pathological microorganisms, as a result of which fungal cells lose their ability to continue life. Due to the suppression of the enzyme squalene epoxidase, the formation of ergosterol (this element is the basis of the cell wall) is delayed.
High efficacy of the drug is observed in relation to the following dermatophytes belonging to the genus:
- Microsporum.
- Trichophyton.
- Epidermophyton.
The following types of fungi are susceptible to the active substance of the drug:
- yeast-like (among them Candida albicans, C.pseudotropicalis, C.stellatoidea, and many others);
- mold (this is Scopulariopis brevicaulis, as well as Aspergillus spp);
- dermatophytes (including T.verrucosum, Microsporum canis and Trichophyton rubrum);
- dimorphic (one of them is Sporothrix schenckii).
In addition to fungicidal action, "Fungoterbin" has antipruritic, anti-inflammatory and keratolytic properties.
Urea. The presence of this component in the composition of the cream and ointment helps to moisturize and restore the skin, accelerates the penetration of terbinafine.
The cost of "Fungoterbin"
Prices for "Fungoterbin" depend on the dosage form and volume of the vial:
- gel (15 g) - from 409 rubles;
- cream (15 g) - 285 rubles;
- spray (30 ml) - RUB 325
If, for one reason or another, the use of this remedy is impossible, doctors prescribe analogues of Fungoterbin (cheap or more expensive).
What can replace “Fungoterbin”
In some cases, the selection of substitute drugs is required. In this case, the doctor can prescribe the appropriate drug from generics (complete analogues) or group analogues.
Complete analogues (often called generics) contain the same active substance as the original drug. Such a drug will act similarly to Fungoterbin. According to the recommendations and reviews, Fungoterbine analogues give no less stable results. However, cost is not always an indicator of quality and efficiency.
Group analogues are drugs that have a different active ingredient, but act on the same principle. When choosing a substitute, the dosage form of the drug is always taken into account.
Analogues of tablets
Pills - dosage form for oral administration. They are highly effective in systemic infections caused by fungi. In the list of analog tablets "Fungoterbina"several pharmaceutical products should be named at once.
- “Binafin”. Such tablets contain the active substance terbinafine in their composition, therefore they can be considered a complete analogue of Fungoterbine. They are prescribed for the treatment of fungal diseases of the skin, candidiasis and versicolor. Most dermatophytes and mold fungi are susceptible to this composition. The dosage of tablets is 250 mg. The cost of this drug is about 140 rubles.
- “Lamikan”. This drug is one of the most effective in mycosis, candidiasis, lichen and other skin diseases caused by microorganisms sensitive to the active substance. At the same time, “Lamikan” is an analogue of “Fungoterbin” in terms of composition and principle of action. The dosage of tablets is different - 125 mg and 250 mg of the active substance.
- “Terbinafine”. These tablets are named after the main active ingredient and are identical in principle to all of the above drugs. The dosage of tablets is 250 mg of the active ingredient. One of the main advantages of Terbinafine is its low cost (about 50 rubles).
- Amphoglucamine. This drug in tablets is a group analogue. The main substances are amphotericin B and methylglucamine. Tablets are prescribed for candidiasis, candidiasis, histoplasmatosis, mold mycosis, sporotrichosis.
- “Nizoral”. This drug is available in tablets and capsules for oral administration. When buying, you should pay attention to the concentration of the main component -ketoconazole. It is effective in combating systemic fungal infections of any severity. The cost of tablets is about 380 rubles.
Analogues of cream and gel
For topical use, you can choose one of the presented analogues of the Fungoterbin cream. These drugs are applied to cleansed, slightly dried skin. In this case, the cream should cover not only the affected area, but also a small area of he althy skin. It is best to use before bed as the thick texture can leave a greasy residue.
- “Terbinafine-MFF”. This is one of the cheapest analogues of the Fungoterbina ointment. Such a preparation for topical use contains the substance terbinafine and is available in the form of a cream, gel and ointment. The difference between these dosage forms is the concentration of the active substance and texture. Such a cream or gel can be used for non-systemic fungal diseases. The cost is about 45 rubles.
- “Terbix”. The tool is an analogue of the cream "Fungoterbin" in composition and action. It is presented in the form of a cream, gel and ointment and is prescribed as part of the treatment of fungal skin diseases, pityriasis multi-colored. You can buy the drug at a price of 70-100 rubles. Low cost is one of the main reasons for the wide popularity of this medicine.
- “Batrafen”. This topical cream quickly clears infections caused by fungus. Its active ingredient is ciclopirox. He possessespronounced action against most gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, fungi, Trichomonas and mycoplasmas. The only drawback is the relatively high cost - 380 rubles.
- “Perhotal”. An analogue of the ointment "Fungoterbin" can be called the ointment and cream "Perhotal". The tool is made on the basis of ketoconazole and effectively copes with the local manifestation of a fungal infection. In the list of diagnoses for which this drug is prescribed are: ringworm, seborrheic dermatitis, pityriasis versicolor, candidiasis, folliculitis. The price of the drug is from 80 rubles.
Analogues presented as a spray and solution
Spray and solution - a dosage form that is intended for topical application. Such medicines are easy to apply, do not leave greasy marks (unlike creams and ointments) and are quickly absorbed. They are most effective for skin mycoses, but are not recommended as the main treatment for nail fungus and systemic infections.
- “Thermicon”. The drug with this name is available both in the form of a solution and in the form of a spray for local application. "Terminon" is a complete analogue of "Fungoterbin", since it contains the same active element. The price depends on the dosage form and the volume of the vial. So, a solution of 30 ml costs about 180 rubles.
- “Lamisil Uno”. This is a drug of the same composition with high efficiency. Thanks to him, it is possible to quicklydeal with fungal infections. The dosage form is represented by a spray, making application convenient and fast. To eliminate the symptoms of the disease, 1 treatment per day for 7-10 days is enough. The price is slightly higher than that of many other analogues - about 550 rubles.
- “Loceryl”. In pharmacies, you can buy another effective analogue of Fungoterbine - Lotseril. It is presented in the form of a solution for external use. The main composition contains the active substance amorolfine. Like terbinafine, it has an antifungal property and quickly copes with diseases such as mycoses skin and nails. The price of a package is about 650 rubles.
How to choose an effective remedy for treatment
Treatment of fungal infections is a long and complex process that requires compliance with the dosage and regularity of medication. Only a doctor can prescribe a medication based on diagnostic data.
Do not take the drug "Fungoterbin" on your own - instructions for use are given for informational purposes.
At the same time, it is highly not recommended to independently replace the prescribed tablets or ointment with analogues. This is explained by the fact that each drug acts on certain pathological microorganisms. If the causative agent of the disease is not sensitive to the composition of the drug, the course of therapy will be useless.
In addition, even with the right choice of active composition, you can make a mistake with the dosage and schemeintake (for each drug they are individual). Such cases may result in side effects or an overdose.
If, for one reason or another, the patient cannot take this remedy, it is necessary to contact the attending physician for a correction of the treatment. In this case, the most suitable analogue of "Fungoterbin" will be selected in terms of composition and principle of action.
