Tolnaftate 1%

Generic Name: tolnaftate 1%

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Initial Drug Listing - Hermon Athletes Foot 1% Tolnaftate Cream

Antifungal

Overview

Antifungal

Uses

adults and children 12 years and over use the tip of the cap to break the seal and open the tube wash the affected skin with soap and water and dry completely before applying for athlete's foot wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes. Change shoes and socks at least once daily between the toesonly: apply twice a day(morning and night) for 1week or as directed by a doctor on the bottomor sides of the foot: apply twice a day(morningand night)for 2 weeks or as directed by a doctor for jock itch and ringworm: apply once a day(morning or night) for 1 week or as directed by adoctor wash hands after each use children under 12 years: ask a doctor

Dosage

cures most athlete's foot (tinea pedis) cures most jock itch (tinea crurs) and ringworm(tinea corporis) relieves itching, burning, cracking and scaling which accompany these conditions

Side Effects

do not get into eyes. lf eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water

Interactions

if too much irritationo ccurs or gets worse

Warnings

FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY on nails or scalp in or near themouth or eyes for vaginal yeast infections do not get into eyes. lf eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water if too much irritationo ccurs or gets worse lf swallowed, call a poison control centre or get medical help right away. on nails or scalp in or near themouth or eyes for vaginal yeast infections

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tolnaftate 1% used for?

adults and children 12 years and over use the tip of the cap to break the seal and open the tube wash the affected skin with soap and water and dry completely before applying for athlete's foot wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes. Change shoes and socks at least once daily between the toesonly: apply twice a day(morning and night) for 1week or as directed by a doctor on the bottomor sides of the foot: apply twice a day(morningand night)for 2 weeks or as directed by a doctor for jock itch and ringworm: apply once a day(morning or night) for 1 week or as directed by adoctor wash hands after each use children under 12 years: ask a doctor

What are the side effects of Tolnaftate 1%?

do not get into eyes. lf eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water

What are the important warnings for Tolnaftate 1%?

FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY on nails or scalp in or near themouth or eyes for vaginal yeast infections do not get into eyes. lf eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water if too much irritationo ccurs or gets worse lf swallowed, call a poison control centre or get medical help right away. on nails or scalp in or near themouth or eyes for vaginal yeast infections

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Medical Disclaimer

This drug information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Drug information is sourced from the FDA National Drug Code Directory and Structured Product Labeling. Always consult with a healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.