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Lamisil for Onychomycosis, Toenail User Reviews

Lamisil has an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from a total of 107 reviews for the treatment of Onychomycosis, Toenail. 60% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 26% reported a negative experience.

Lamisil rating summary

6.9 average rating out of 10

107 ratings from 115 user reviews.

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Reviews for Lamisil

  • Loue
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • May 10, 2021

"28-year-old female - I was turned off from starting this medication two years ago by my doctor because they were strongly against prescribing it due to its side effects, especially liver effects. I tried every over-the-counter product, wasting so much money, and nothing made a difference. At this stage, I had fungus in all ten toes. After two years, I asked my doctor to prescribe Lamisil. I had a liver function test before which was normal, and then I started Lamisil tablets. I have to admit I was scared after researching all the possible side effects, etc. The only side effects I had were vivid dreams for three months, but it didn't stop me from sleeping. Also, I had a sore lower back which I didn't relate until the pain went away a week after I stopped the tablets. But these side effects were SO WORTH the result. The fungus has completely gone, and I couldn't be happier. If toenail fungus is making you feel embarrassed, but you're too scared to take the tablets, I'd recommend just trying the tablets out for yourself."

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  • Sally...
  • June 30, 2021

"I had 10 severely infected toenails for 20 years. I tried all kinds of creams and costly laser nail treatments. I read lots of positive reviews about taking Terbinafine. At least it gives me some hope. I've been taking it for almost 6 months and have done 3 liver tests during these 6 months. The only side effect is a bit of an upset stomach. Terbinafine WORKS! It is an unbelievable miracle! Most of the patients have had this problem for years, so you don't mind waiting for a couple of months to see if it worked, as soon as your liver test results show no major side effects. In the first 3 to 4 weeks, I couldn't see any new toenails growing, as mine were severely infected from the nail beds, but I noticed that the fungus on top of the toenails has stopped growing. By 5 to 6 weeks, you can see clear and thin toenails growing a little bit at the bottom. By today, 95% of toenails have turned healthy, and the color of the toenails is completely clear. The remaining 5% of the old toenails on the top still need to grow out gradually."

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  • Judd
  • October 1, 2016

"After reading comments on here, I thought I would write a realistic review based on the truth. I took terbinafine tablets for 6 months. I didn't have any side effects and had 1 blood test. My organs were all fine. I have read on here that people's toes started to clear within a month. I can safely say that this is untrue. You will not see any results until the fungus has been killed, and a new unaffected nail starts to grow. This can take over a year. For me, I think it was about 10-11 months. So 4 or so months after I finished the treatment, my nail didn't look any different from when I started. And then, as if by magic, a new clean nail started growing. At this stage, I got rid of all my socks and shoes and replaced them. Toenails grow slowly!"

9 / 10
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  • Charlie
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • June 4, 2020

"Reading bad reviews, I was skeptical about this medicine and was scared to even start it. But I finished my cycle of Lamisil last month. What a RIDE! First of all, it worked. Cleared up my whole nail by 4 months, but let me tell you, my only side effect was 3 months of nightmares EVERY NIGHT. Yes, literally. It was insane. As much as I don’t want to sound exaggerating, this is true. But it’s worth it because after 2 years of having fungus, I was desperate to clear it up. The best advice is to try not to think about side effects, take it, and go on."

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  • 7910MT
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • December 8, 2016

"Everyone's toenails grow at different rates. To say that they grow slowly and that evidence of the treatment taking a year to notice is simply NOT TRUE. I have taken generic Lamisil for 3 weeks now, and the thickness under the nail bed in all 5 of my toes is almost completely gone, AND you can see where new, healthy nail is growing in. I am fully committed to the treatment course, so just because things look better so quickly does not mean the fungus is completely gone. I just wanted to give hope to someone out there who may be discouraged by some of these testimonies. Everyone's case is different, but there is still the possibility your body will respond well and rather quickly to the oral treatment!"

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  • Anonymous
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • September 19, 2019

"I was prescribed Lamisil for my toenails by my doctor and it said to take it every day for three months and no alcohol. Then after one month, I started itching. Then I got a rash, but I stuck to it. Still going once a month to check my liver. I realized the rash was from the medication removing all of my fungus from my body so I endured it. The rash went away and not only that all my toenails grew out new, my skin was all around better. The warts on my fingers disappeared too. I am very pleased with this super drug. It’s been ten years now, and nothing has returned. Loved it... P.S. I don’t get dandruff anymore either. I recommend this stuff, just endure it, don’t stop or you have to begin again. Plus, no alcohol while you take it for three months."

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  • Sergr
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • February 4, 2020

"This is a miracle drug. I have not experienced any side effects, the only problem for me is that the results don’t last forever. This is my third round. I’ve battled toenail fungus since I was 11 (I am 44 now). Each time I take this medicine the toenails heal perfectly after about 6 months, and stay that way for a few years, and then the insidious fungus returns. Apparently this does not happen to everyone. I’ve come to accept that this is just the way it is for me. Just finished my third round and already seeing the fungus receding, which is awesome."

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  • Happy...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • May 21, 2014

"Embarrassed to go barefoot and what not, all ten toes infected with this brown tint. Fed up, I decided to do something about it. I heard of Lamisil and did some research on the medicine. I was concerned about side effects and liver damage, so I went for the laser treatment on all ten toes. After 5 months, no change, toenails look the same. Disappointed, I went back to my doctor, and he said Lamisil works best for this infection. So after much thought and tired of my condition, I decided to go with the Lamisil, still concerned about side effects and what not. The doctor ordered the first liver test, and it came back good, so here I go! Almost 3 months on the medicine, and I couldn't be happier! Brown tint is almost gone, and new nail is growing out. No side effects."

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  • Terry
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • February 8, 2019

"This product is a miracle worker! I took it to cure my toenail fungus, and in a short amount of time, it was totally cured! It has been over a year now, and there is no sign of it coming back. I also no longer have dry, cracking feet! All of my toes look incredible now! I highly recommend this product! In my 60 years, I have not found anything in this life that really works like this does!"

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  • Tee
  • September 22, 2016

"I suffered for almost 6 years with all ten toes badly infected. The sight was awful! I had to wear closed-toed shoes all the time. I took 3 months of treatment and saw a significant change! After 3 months of being off the treatment, I asked my doctor for another round because it is an extremely stubborn fungus! Thankfully after that round, I now have normal, beautiful ten toes! I had my 1st pedicure in years and I went sandal-crazy shopping! I don't know of any side effects and if there were any, it was nothing I noticed. I was afraid of the risks, but everything is a risk! This was a risk worth taking!"

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  • dee
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • March 12, 2021

"I took this drug for my awful toenail fungus I have in 3 toes. This pill was the only one that is supposed to work on the toenail fungus, but can cause a lot of side effects, but I wanted to get rid of it! My doctor does not like to recommend this drug but it was my last resort. Please think real hard about taking this drug, it can be a matter of life and death. Before you take it, you have to get liver tests and my test was excellent, until I took Lamisil for 3 weeks. I started feeling real bad, headaches, and heartburn which I have never had, and felt real tired and sick. I told my doctor I was stopping it. Then I went in to do liver test, and my tests came back with very high liver enzymes. And I have been back twice, and it is slowly going away. It can cause liver failure and death. I am so glad that I stopped it when I did, and I hope my next tests, which I'm doing in a few days, come back normal. I wish I would have never taken this medication."

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  • flyin...
  • June 17, 2013

"I have dealt with athlete's foot for at least 18 years. I dealt with the itching, scaling, thick skin, odor, and yes, thick, brownish, ingrown toenails. I have tried everything under the sun to get rid of it. I even tried the home remedies like soaking your feet in apple cider vinegar or using Vicks Vaporub on the nails. If I accomplished anything with any of these 'remedies', it was pretty much just to keep the fungus at bay. No better, no worse. So I finally decided to do something about it and try Lamisil tablets. Started in Oct/2012 and finished in Dec/2012. It's now June/2013 and my nails look 10 times better. The thick, brownish color is gone. No ingrown nails. I can wear sandals now!"

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  • La La...
  • December 5, 2019

"Yes, Lamisil tablets work. But I’m one of the few who have experienced and am still in the midst of rapid weight loss. I was in great health when I began the three-month treatment. As soon as I neared the end of the treatment, I began losing weight daily to the point I could see it. It’s been five months since I ceased the medication, and I’m still fighting to regain the lost weight. Has anyone else on this forum noticed significant changes in their weight? As in drastic and visible loss? Thanks. Other than that, all tests came back normal (yes, Liver too). I don't drink alcohol or use drugs. No pain. It’s a side effect some would want, but to me, it’s highly undesirable."

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  • Happy
  • April 5, 2017

"I suffered from toenail fungus on my left big toe for ten years. After having no luck with over-the-counter medications, I went to my dermatologist who prescribed Lamisil. I went through several months of using it and had zero improvement. My dermatologist then prescribed a 3-month treatment of terbinafine. I am now done with the treatment and my nail is about 75% clear! I had all of the blood work done and everything came back fine. I thought I was experiencing side effects the first few weeks, but I think it was mostly in my head because I read all of these awful reviews. All I can say is that this literally has changed my life, and I am so mad I didn't try to get prescribed it ten years ago!!! 10/10 would recommend."

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  • Her
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • May 30, 2018

"So I've been on this for 3 months - after having an infection for 20 years. Always been so scared to go on it. No side effects, liver tests clear, and fungus beginning to clear. Wanted to share a positive review."

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  • RFG
  • August 6, 2018

"Using only a total of 18 Lamisil pills, my fungal-infested toenails completely healed, and I had beautiful toenails back. How did I do it? I took 1 pill on the 1st-3rd day of each month, which I did for a total of 6 months. I was initially doubtful. How can it work with only 3 pills/month? I followed the plan anyway. After 2-3 weeks, I began to see my smaller toenails heal first. The bigger toenails seemed to have no change. On the 2nd month, I did it again. 3 pills on the first 3 days. Smaller nails began to look really good, to my amazement. I also began to see the base of the larger toenails grow with normal color, as if immune from the fungi. I just stuck to the plan after that. 3 pills/day on the 1st 3 days of each month. I bought 18 pills. By the end of the 6 months, all my beautiful toenails were back, and I was no longer ashamed that my feet would be seen by people. JUST BE PATIENT. Hope that helps."

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  • Boozi...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • April 24, 2013

"I have struggled with athlete's foot and toenail fungus since I was a young child. I am 40 years old now, and I started a 90-day treatment of Lamisil tablets. My experience was life-changing. I didn't have ANY bad side effects. I had GOOD effects of clearing up that nightmare that I suffered from for most of my life. I never wore sandals or walked around barefoot because I was embarrassed. Now my feet look normal. I started seeing results and feeling better within a month. The itching and burning went away. The second month I could see my nails changing color from black to clear. I started taking my pills at the end of October 2012 and finished in the middle of January 2013, it is April now, and my nails are completely clear."

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  • Never...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • December 31, 2018

"Never again will I take this medication to treat toenail fungus. Beware - the side effects are real and dangerous. I am a healthy young female with no prior liver issues, nor gastrointestinal issues, nor insomnia. After 6 weeks of taking this medication daily, I then saw really intense and dangerous side effects and had to stop. Diarrhea, really bad insomnia and anxiety, digestive issues (stomach pain, flatulence, grumbling), weight loss, extreme fatigue, burping up acid. I had a liver panel test done and had liver damage as well. I stopped taking it immediately and three weeks later (today) I STILL have all these side effects. Another negative of this drug is that it stays in your system for a very long time. I hope I find relief soon with this medication and have complete healing (body and toenail). I would strongly advise against taking this drug."

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  • dgh
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • August 13, 2018

"I have suffered from toenail fungus since I was around 6 years old. (I am 23 now.) I finally went to the dermatologist last summer for other skin issues, and I also addressed my fungal infection and dry and cracked feet. I had no idea that my dry, cracked feet were due to the fungus! I’ve dealt with bloody cracks for most of my life. I decided to go on Lamisil in August of 2017. I took one pill per day for 3 months. About a month in, my cracks and dry skin were healed. My feet were finally so smooth after all these years! Fast forward to a year later, my toenail fungus is completely gone, and my new healthy nails are all grown in! The only side effect I experienced while on the medication were headaches. They were bearable and didn’t occur every day. I am so glad I took this medicine! Definitely would recommend."

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  • SILKY...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • May 17, 2014

"I contracted athlete's foot terribly in 1982 while in military basic training. I literally tried every cream on the market with only temporary relief. I went to a podiatrist in 1997, and she prescribed Lamisil pills, one a day for 12 days. The itching and burning was gone in 3 days, but I went ahead and finished the remaining doses. This is 5-17-2014, and I've been athlete's foot free ever since. This is truly a miracle medicine."

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  • Tobys...
  • July 5, 2008

"My physician prescribed Lamisil for me in October 2007. I took it for three months and had 2 liver panels done during that time. I was dizzy and mildly nauseated the first few days and had diarrhea. It has taken 10 months for the new nails to grow out but I can bear my toes once again! It also cures athlete's feet. Now my feet are baby smooth and free of dryness and cracks. I would highly recommend this product. Don't wait! This is the best my feet have looked in years. Trust me, IT WORKS! :)"

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  • Tommy...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • June 22, 2016

"The good: Try this product. I was always embarrassed to tell my doctor and afraid of side effects. Well, all the topical tricks and liquids and over-the-counter stuff never worked. I can't tell you the last time I had nice-looking toenails or feet. The skin on the bottom of my feet was always dry, white, and scaly. Not anymore! My wife was shocked at how good they look. And I am getting 4 beautiful toenails growing in! Amazing! Never been so happy to wear flip-flops! The bad: I almost stopped taking Lamisil as the first few days I felt very agitated. It went away after a week, and now I am fine. I did develop a rash on my arms, which I am not sure is a result of the Lamisil treatment or simply a coincidence. But honestly, it does work."

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  • jenno...
  • January 11, 2015

"I have had this condition for years. With no progress using any other meds. Lamisil cleared it up completely in 2 months. The doctor warned that it could take up to 6 months to a year to see any results, but thankfully it was way less time than predicted."

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  • LLisie
  • April 6, 2015

"I have been on the generic of Lamisil (terbinafine) for 3 months and have about a week left. My toenails (4 severely affected, the rest just with a slight yellow tint) appear to be growing in clear. I declined this medication for years because I had read about possible bad side effects. I have had zero side effects with this medication and am kicking myself for putting up with years of embarrassment. I would definitely recommend it. The only bummer was not being able to drink for 3 months, but it appears to be worth it!"

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  • AAT
  • July 2, 2008

"Hideous fungus under all 10 toenails since age 12, I'm 52 now. My life is changed, since in adolescence and even until today, I have hidden my toes and suffered ridicule and embarrassing questions. Been taking the drug for 4 months as I write this. It's a miracle. Big toenails have cleared beautifully to 50% and all other 8 nails are at 90% or better. Taste impacted minimally (temporary). Liver function normal. Just do it."

10 / 10
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