Tinaderm Lotion
Tolnaftate 1% Topical
MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
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Indications
Tinaderm Lotion is used for:
Superficial dermatophyte infections and pityriasis versicolor
Adult Dose
Topical/Cutaneous
Superficial dermatophyte infections; Pityriasis versicolor
Adult: Apply cream bid for 2-6 wk; repeat if necessary.
Continue treatment for 2 wk after disappearance of all symptoms to prevent recurrence of infection.
Child Dose
Topical/Cutaneous
Superficial dermatophyte infections; Pityriasis versicolor
Child: Apply cream bid for 2-6 wk; repeat if necessary.
Continue treatment for 2 wk after disappearance of all symptoms to prevent recurrence of infection.
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity. Nail and scalp infections.
Precautions
Exposure to eyes. For external use only. Discontinue treatment if condition does not improve within 10 days.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Tolnaftate 1% Topical :
Irritation, pruritus, contact dermatitis.
Mechanism of Action
Tolnaftate is an antifungal which inhibits growth of dermatophytes e.g. Epidermophyton, Microsporum, trichophyton spp, and Malassezia furfur by distorting the hyphae and stopping mycelial growth. It is inactive against Candida spp or bacteria.
Note
Tinaderm Lotion manufactured by MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd. Its generic name is Tolnaftate 1% Topical. Tinaderm is availble in Nepal.
Farmaco Nepal drug index information on Tinaderm Lotion is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.