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Drug

Naftifine

Pronounced

"NAF-ti-feen"

Uses

This medication is used to treat athlete's foot, a type of fungal skin infection. It helps to get rid of the redness, itching, and scaling. Naftifine is an antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus.

How to Use This Medication

Use this medication on the skin only. Clean and thoroughly dry the area to be treated. Apply a thin layer of the medication to and around the affected area and gently rub in. Apply this medication as directed by your doctor, usually once daily for 2 weeks. Wash your hands after use. Do not wrap, cover, or bandage the area unless directed to do so by your doctor.

Do not use the medication in the eyes, nose, mouth, or inside the vagina. If you get the medication in any of these areas, flush with plenty of water.

Do not apply more often or use for longer than prescribed. This may increase the risk of side effects.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time each day.

Continue to use this medication until the full prescribed treatment period is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may result in a return of the infection.

Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse.

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