Indications
Treat fungus infections of the skin. Some of these infections are "athlete's foot," "jock itch," and yeast infections. Antifungal shampoo is used to treat dandruff.
Brand Names
Loprox
Penlac
Nystop
Loprox TS
Oxistat
Nizoral
Naftin
Mentax
Lamisil
Lotrimin
Lamisil AT Athlete's Foot
Zeasorb-AF
Tinactin
Fungoid
Kuric
When You Should Not Take The Medication
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to antifungals such as econazole, ketoconazole, miconazole, butoconazole, clotrimazole, or terconazole. Unless your doctor tells you to, you should not use topical antifungals on children under 2 years of age. You should not use for diaper rash.
How To Store And Dispose Of This Medicine
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze.
Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Itching, rash, swelling, or redness that was not there before you used this medicineIf you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Stinging, burning, or redness where medicine is put onDry or oily hair (with shampoo use)
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.