TLDR Terbinafine can cause hair loss.
The document discussed a case of hair loss following terbinafine treatment, reported by the Dermatology Department at the University of Liège. The authors, B. Richert, I. Uhoda, and M. De La Brassinne, highlighted that while terbinafine is commonly used for fungal infections, it can have adverse effects, including hair loss. The report emphasized the need for clinicians to be aware of this potential side effect when prescribing terbinafine.
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