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    Does Terbinafine antifungal drug cause loss of taste? How long does it take to recover?

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      Nevada last edited by

      Hello, I had been taking terbinafine for approximately 5 weeks before I noticed almost a complete loss of taste. I have since been off the tablets for 1 week and I am yet to notice any improvement at all. Has anyone else experienced this? Does Terbinafine antifungal drug cause loss of taste? How long does it take to recover?

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        Donavan @Nevada last edited by

        @nevada Hello, loss of taste is a rare side-effect of terbinafine tablets. Loss of taste sensation is a rare side effect of terbinafine that occurs in 0.6 to 2.8 percent of those taking this drug. Studies have also reported that taste loss commonly occurs after 4-6 weeks of drug use. Taste loss gradually recovers after stopping terbinafine. Most reported cases had complete recovery of taste function within 4 months of stopping terbinafine. Thank You!

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