Naftifine

Naftifine (NAF-ti-feen) is used to treat fungus infections. It works by killing the fungus or preventing its growth.

Naftifine is applied to the skin to treat:

• Athlete's foot (ringworm of the foot; tinea pedis);
  
• Jock itch (ringworm of the groin; tinea cruris); and
  
• Ringworm of the body (tinea corporis).

This medicine may also be used for other fungus infections of the skin as determined by your doctor. Naftifine is available with or without your doctor's prescription.

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make.

Keep this medicine away from the eyes and mucous membranes such as the inside of the nose, mouth, or vagina. The area to which you have applied naftifine should not be covered with an occlusive dressing (airtight covering such as plastic wrap or bandage) unless otherwise directed by your doctor.