What is Butenafine? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Butenafine

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use and how often to use it. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than directed by your doctor.

• Take all of the medicine in your prescription to clear up your infection, even if you feel better after the first few doses.

• Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

• Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.

• Use the medicine on both feet if you have athlete's foot. If you use the medicine after you bathe, thoroughly dry your feet and between your toes with a clean towel before you apply the medicine.

• Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.

• Topical application routeDo not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor.

• Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

• Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Topical application routeDo not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor.

• Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.

• Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use and how often to use it. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than directed by your doctor.

• Take all of the medicine in your prescription to clear up your infection, even if you feel better after the first few doses.

• Use the medicine on both feet if you have athlete's foot. If you use the medicine after you bathe, thoroughly dry your feet and between your toes with a clean towel before you apply the medicine.

What to do if you miss a dose of Butenafine

Butenafine contraindications - Who shouldn't take Butenafine?

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to butenafine or to similar medicines, such as terbinafine or naftifine.

Butenafine warnings

• This medicine will only treat certain kinds of infections. Do not use it to treat other skin conditions such as diaper rash or vaginal infections.

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not get better after 3 to 4 weeks or if symptoms get worse (more redness, blisters, itching, or sores) after you use this medicine.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Butenafine interactions & what to avoid when taking Butenafine

• Do not use other medicines on the same area of your skin that you are using butenafine, unless directed by your doctor.

• Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not get better after 3 to 4 weeks or if symptoms get worse (more redness, blisters, itching, or sores) after you use this medicine.

• This medicine will only treat certain kinds of infections. Do not use it to treat other skin conditions such as diaper rash or vaginal infections.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.