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   Podactin

Podactin
Tolnaftate-Topical


Podactin is used to treat fungal skin infections.

ALTERNATE NAMES

Tinactin, Tolnaftate, Q-Naftate, Absorbine Jr., Np-27, Anti-Fungal, Athlete S Foot Powder, Athletes Foot, Aftate, Dr. Scholl S Smooth Touch, Dr. Scholl S Tritin, Dr. Scholl S Athlete S Foot, Antifungal

 
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Tinactin, Tolnaftate, Q-Naftate, Absorbine Jr., Np-27, Anti-Fungal, Athlete S Foot Powder, Athletes Foot, Aftate, Dr. Scholl S Smooth Touch, Dr. Scholl S Tritin, Dr. Scholl S Athlete S Foot, Antifungal

Uses
Podactin is used to treat fungal skin infections.


Storage
  • Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight.
  • Avoid freezing.
  • Keep powdered form from getting wet.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.
  • Keep out of the reach of children.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Podactin may be harmful if swallowed.

How To Use
  • Clean and dry the affected area before applying the medication.
  • To apply, gently massage a small amount of the medication to the affected area and surrounding skin.
  • Continue to use the medication as prescribed for the full time prescribed.
  • Stopping therapy too early may not clear the infection, causing it to return.
  • Cover with a bandage only if instructed to do so by your doctor.
  • It may take one week before any improvement is seen.
  • If no improvement is seen after four weeks, consult your doctor.
  • Another medication may be necessary.
  • Do not apply Podactin into the eyes, nose or mouth; use carefully when applying close to these areas.

Side Effects
  • Podactin may cause burning, stinging or redness when first applied to the skin.
  • This should disappear in a few days as your body adjusts to the medication.
  • If these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: other skin conditions, any allergies.
  • Before using Podactin, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning pregnancy, or breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, apply as soon as remembered and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double-up the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: other skin products.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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