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Tolnaftate (Topical route)
tol-NAF-tateBrand Name(s)
In the US: Absorbine Jr. Antifungal, Aftate, Blis-To-Sol, Dermasept Antifungal, Fungi-Guard, Podactin, Q-Naftate, Tinactin, Tinaderm, Ting
In Canada: Athlete’s Foot Gel, Dr. Scholl’s Athlete’s Foot, Pitrex, Scholl’s Athlete’s Foot Spray, Scholl Tritin Antifungal Powder, Scholl Tritin Antifungal Spray Powder, Tinactin Aerosol Liquid, Tinactin Aerosol Powder, Tinactin Jock Itch, Tinactin Plus, Tinactin Plus Aerosol Powder
Dosage forms
Ointment Spray Cream Lotion Gel/Jelly Powder SolutionClassifications
Therapeutic: Antifungal
Uses of This Medicine
Tolnaftate belongs to the group of medicines called antifungals. It is used to treat some types of fungus infections. It may also be used together with medicines taken by mouth for fungus infections.
Tolnaftate is available without a prescription.
Before Using This Medicine
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered: