Drug Summary

  Drug name:  tolnaftate
  Chemical name:  Tolnaftate
  Formula:  C₁₉H₁₇NOS
  Weight:   307.409
  CAS no:  2398-96-1
  DrugBank link:  DB00525
  Description:  Tolnaftate is a synthetic over-the-counter anti-fungal agent. It may come as a cream, powder, spray, or liquid aerosol, and is used to treat jock itch, athlete’s foot and ringworm. It is sold under several brand names, most notably Tinactin and Odor Eaters.
  Indication:  Tolnaftate topical is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm infections. Tolnaftate is also used, along with other antifungals, to treat infections of the nails, scalp, palms, and soles of the feet. The powder and powder aerosol may be used to prevent athlete's foot.