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The drug Fungoid-D, the active ingredient tolnaftate, is an antifungal medicine. The drug is prepared in the form of a topical cream with a tolnaftate content of 1%.
1. What effect does Tolnaftate have?
Tolnaftate is used to treat skin infections such as tinea pedis , pruritus and ringworm . Fungoid-D is an antifungal medicine that works by stopping the growth of fungi. Some form of tolnaftate can also be used to prevent tinea pedis from coming back.
2. How to use Fungoid-D
For external use of Fungoid-D only. The patient should thoroughly clean and dry the area to be treated. Apply Fungoid-D to the affected area of skin, usually twice a day as directed on the product packaging or as directed by your doctor. The dose and duration of Fungoid-D depend on the type of infection being treated.
Apply enough medicine to cover the affected area and some surrounding skin. After using Fungoid-D, the patient should wash their hands. Do not wrap, cover, or bandage the application site unless directed to do so by your doctor.
Do not apply Fungoid-D to the eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina.
Use Fungoid-D regularly to achieve optimal treatment effect. Remember to take tolnaftate at the same time(s) each day.
Continue to use Fungoid-D until the prescribed amount is exhausted, even if the symptoms disappear after starting the medication. Stopping the medication too soon can allow the fungus to continue to grow, leading to recurrent infections.
Notify physician if patient's condition persists after 2 weeks of treatment for itchy skin, after 4 weeks of treatment for tinea pedis or ringworm, or if condition becomes severe at any time.
Thuốc Fungoid-D được sử dụng bôi điều trị nấm da chân
3. Note about the side effects of Fungoid-D and precautions when using it
3.1. Undesirable effects Possible side effects include: irritation of the treated skin. If this effect persists or becomes more severe, notify your doctor or pharmacist immediately for specific instructions.
If the doctor has directed the patient to use Fungoid-D, remember that they have judged the benefits to outweigh the risk of side effects. Many patients take Fungoid-D without serious side effects.
A very serious allergic reaction to the use of Fungoid-D is very unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: Rash, difficulty breathing, itching or swelling (especially of the face, tongue, throat), severe dizziness
The above is not a complete list. all the undesirable effects that may occur when using the drug Fungoid-D . If you notice signs of other effects not listed above, please contact your doctor or pharmacist for specific instructions.
3.2. Precautions while using Fungoid-D Before using Fungoid-D, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to tolnaftate; or if you are allergic to any other medications. Fungoid-D may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Patients should speak to their pharmacist further for specific, detailed information.
Before using tolnaftate, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: immune system problems (e.g., organ transplant, HIV disease), diabetes.
Fungoid-D should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Patients should discuss the benefits and risks of taking Fungoid-D with their doctor to determine the optimal treatment option.
It is not known whether Fungoid-D is excreted in breast milk, so patients should consult their doctor before breast-feeding.
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Reference source: Webmd.com, DailyMed
