Lamisil
If you've been near a television screen in the past couple of years, you have probably seen "Digger", the fungus-loving critter who is the star of Lamisil commercials. In fact, the images are so disgusting that they are permanently etched in the minds of many who have seen them, probably exactly what Lamisil's makers intended.
Lamisil is a tablet used to treat nail fungus. It can also be given in cream or powder form to combat "jock itch" or "athlete's foot" and sometimes ringworm. Because Lamisil is generally ingested, it takes a long time for it to attack its target; thus, a patient may imbibe Lamisil for months before seeing any results. Ironically, this is often done on the individual's own dime; many insurance carriers do not consider nail fungus to be a serious enough problem to cover Lamisil if it has been prescribed to treat the condition.
Lamisil's typically-reported side effects can include vision problems, influenza, joint pain, fatigue, nausea, flatulence/bloating, vomiting, retina damage, skin reactions, and liver disease. (The last item is of particular concern; because Lamisil is used for so long, it may cause toxic conditions in the liver. Therefore, most Lamisil patients are monitored by their physicians on a monthly basis.)
Lamisil should never be used by children, and should also be avoided by pregnant or breastfeeding women, as possible contraindications may occur.
The greatest public concern over Lamisil relates to its seemingly "harmless" advertising campaign. Those watching commercials with "Digger" are enticed to try the drug, because it seems so reasonable; after all, who wants yellowed toenails or fingernails?
However, this benign marketing approach raises serious questions. For instance, because Lamisil needs to be taken for such a long period of time to have any effect on nail fungus, what else could it be doing to the body? Whenever a foreign substance like a medication is introduced into the bloodstream, complications might not be noticed for many years. This is gravely concerning for attorneys like us who are committed to public safety and consumer advocacy.
Thus, we encourage you to make contact with our office if you have had any adverse reaction(s) to Lamisil. And never assume that your adverse reaction or complaint isn't serious enough; we're experts in the field of legal representation and will be able to give you a professional response based on our years of experience.
Call us today for a no-obligation, free consultation. You may be surprised to learn that you are owed monetary compensation by Lamisil's makers and/or marketers
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Jackiesays: 2011-11-30 08:42:07
I took Lamisil for 4 weeks before realizing that my sense of taste was impacted. By 5 weeks I couldn't taste anything and was also noticing significant bruising on my arms & legs. I have been off the medication for 6 weeks and nothing has changed.
Catherine Mastensays: 2011-11-22 07:51:55
I have pain on my lower right side - for the last week - ended Lamisol in July after 3 months of it. I also am losing my hair.. :( please just advise by email...Thank you.
Dansays: 2011-11-06 05:39:33
I noticed I had a problem with my sense of smell, things smelled strange, like neoprene or burnt rubber, or a smell that is difficult to describe. Things tasted a little wrong also. After two years, I discovered it was most likely due to my overuse of terbanifine creme, (Lamisil) which I had been using heavily for athletes foot. I may also have had some depression, although I can't be sure. My doctor was unable to diagnose the problem. The problem is very slowly going away, but its taken over a year.
peggysays: 2011-09-08 09:25:44
On month two. Have been gaining weight , about 5 lbs. This is unusual for me. Legs feel tired and bloated. Could this be the lamisil?
Marysays: 2011-08-25 12:07:46
I have been using Lamisil to treat ring worm and have gotten bruises all over my legs that I never had before. I am feeling tired a lot. WTF this is unreal.
Amy Courseysays: 2011-07-08 10:34:58
After using Lamisil, I broke out into a horrible skin rash which was finally diagnosed as Systemic Lupus. I now take seven-eight medications a day because Lupus has affected my kidneys, joints, blood, and immune system. Subsequently, I lost my job as an air traffic controller because of the medications I have to take. Even the podiatrist documented that he believed the Lupus was due to the use of Lamisil. And guess what??? I still have the toe nail problem... and now I have Lupus SLE, too.
Daneane Robinsonsays: 2011-06-02 12:37:37
I have taken lamisil for 2 months and had to discontinue its use because my white blood cell count was way too low at 2.0. My doctor noticed a decrease over the course of my taking the lamisil but this time he stopped it.
jamaica gone badsays: 2011-01-10 16:43:14
I am now suffering with hepatitis Autoimmune because of taking LAMSIL for the month.
Penny Kurzersays: 2010-10-31 14:57:01
Taking Lamisil for a month and stopped have broken out in boil like rash from head to toe and it itches badly
daisy lopezsays: 2010-01-05 15:32:33
I took lamisil for 2 monts before seeing results. I stopped taking lamisil because i started having nausea and gastric pains. I went to my doctor and not only my stomach was affected but i found out that i was 2 monts pregnant. i immediately stopped the medication.At 4 month pregnancy, i lost my baby. My doctor couldn't find a motive in the loss of the baby. Can it be possible that lamisil contribute to my loss?