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Naftifine

  • Brand Name : Naftin Gel
  • Drug Class : Antifungals, Topical
  • Medical Author : Dr. Vinod Katiboina, Pharm. D.
  • Medical Reviewer : Divya Jacob, Pharm. D.
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What Is Naftifine and How Does It Work?

Naftifine is a prescription medication used to treat skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, and ringworm infections.

  • Naftifine is available under various brand names: Naftin, Naftin Pump 

What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Naftifine?

Common side effects of Naftifine include:

  • dryness or irritation of treated skin.

Serious side effects of Naftifine include:

  • hives. 
  • difficult breathing. 
  • swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • severe skin irritation after applying this medicine.

Rare side effects of Naftifine include:

  • none

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

  • Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors.
  • Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights.
  • Serious heart symptoms such as fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in the chest; shortness of breath; sudden dizziness, lightheartedness, or passing out.

This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur because of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What Are Dosages of Naftifine?

Adult and pediatric dosage

Topical cream

  • 1%
  • 2%

Topical gel

  • 1%
  • 2%

Tinea corporis

Adult and pediatric dosage

Tinea corporis/tinea cruris: Topical:

  • Cream 1% and 2%, gel 1%: Apply to affected and surrounding area(s) once daily (cream) or twice daily (gel) until clinical resolution, typically 1 to 4 weeks; resolution may be faster with 2% cream

Tinea cruris and pedis

Pediatric dosage

  • Apply to affected and surrounding area(s) once daily (cream and 2% gel) or twice daily (1% gel) until 1 week after the clinical resolution, typically for 2 to 4 weeks total; resolution may be faster with 2% formulations

Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows: 

  • See “Dosages”

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