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Can I eat this with Terbinafine?
Terbinafine tablets can increase caffeine effects. The tablets can be taken with or without food. Avoid rich or spicy meals if you feel or are being sick.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 15 foods and drinks for Terbinafine (0 to avoid, 12 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Terbinafine with food?
- You can take terbinafine tablets with or without food.
- Can I drink coffee with Terbinafine?
- Yes, with care. Limit coffee while taking terbinafine tablets as they may increase caffeine effects.
- Can I drink tea with Terbinafine?
- Yes, with care. Limit tea while taking terbinafine tablets as they may increase caffeine effects.
- Can I drink cola with Terbinafine?
- Yes, with care. Limit cola while taking terbinafine tablets as they may increase caffeine effects.
- Can I drink energy drinks with Terbinafine?
- Yes, with care. Limit energy drinks while taking terbinafine tablets as they may increase caffeine effects.
- Can I eat chocolate with Terbinafine?
- Yes, with care. Limit chocolate while taking terbinafine tablets as they may increase caffeine effects.
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1 · What do you take?
Terbinafine tablets can increase caffeine effects. The tablets can be taken with or without food. Avoid rich or spicy meals if you feel or are being sick.
Terbinafine tablets may increase the effects of caffeine, giving you headaches, stopping you sleeping, making you feel agitated and making you pee more. You can take the tablets with or without food. If you feel or are being sick, stick to simple meals and avoid rich or spicy food.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: You can take terbinafine tablets with or without food.
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Take care with Terbinafine· 12
Fine with Terbinafine· 3
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Further reading on Terbinafine
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About terbinafine
NHS medicines information on terbinafine – what it's used for and key facts.
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Who can and cannot take or use terbinafine
NHS medicines information on who can take or use terbinafine and who may not be able to take or use it.
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How and when to take or use terbinafine
NHS medicines information on dosage for terbinafine, how to take or use it and what to do if you miss a dose or have too much.
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Side effects of terbinafine
NHS medicines information on side effects of terbinafine and what you can do to cope.
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Taking or using terbinafine with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with terbinafine and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
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