MICONAFT 1% cream medication leaflet

D01AE18 • tolnaftate • Dermatologicals | Antifungals for topical use | Other antifungals for topical use

Tolnaftate is an antifungal agent used in the treatment of superficial fungal infections of the skin, such as tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), and tinea corporis (ringworm). It works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of the fungal cell membrane, leading to fungal destruction.

Tolnaftate is available in the form of creams, powders, sprays, or solutions and is applied topically to the affected area, usually twice daily for 2-4 weeks, depending on the severity of the infection.

Side effects are rare and include local irritation, redness, or a burning sensation at the application site. It is important for patients to complete the full course of treatment to prevent recurrence of the infection.

Tolnaftate is an effective and well-tolerated therapeutic option for the treatment of fungal skin infections, contributing to symptom relief and the elimination of pathogenic fungi.