Country: Japan
Language: English
Source: すりの適正使用協議会 RAD-AR Council, Japan
Butenafine hidrochloride
TOWA PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD.
Butenafine hidrochloride
limpid and colorless solution
Drug Information Sheet("Kusuri-no-Shiori") External Revised: 06/2014 The information on this sheet is based on approvals granted by the Japanese regulatory authority. Approval details may vary by country. Medicines have adverse reactions (risks) as well as efficacies (benefits). It is important to minimize adverse reactions and maximize efficacy. To obtain a better therapeutic response, patients should understand their medication and cooperate with the treatment. BRAND NAME: BUTENAFINE HYDROCHLORIDE SOLUTION 1% "TOWA" ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Butenafine hidrochloride DOSAGE FORM: limpid and colorless solution IMPRINT OR PRINT ON WRAPPING: EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICINE This medicine shows antimycotic effects in the skin by inhibiting biosynthesis of cellular membrane components of fungi (mold). It is usually used to treat dermatomycoses including tinea (tinea pedis, tinea cruris, tinea corporis) and tinea versicolor. THE FOLLOWING PATIENTS MAY NEED TO BE CAREFUL WHEN USING THIS MEDICINE.BE SURE TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR AND PHARMACIST. ・If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines or foods. ・If you are pregnant or breastfeeding. ・If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.) DOSING SCHEDULE (HOW TO TAKE THIS MEDICINE) ・ Your dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor is(( to be written by a healthcare professional )) ・In general, apply an appropriate amount of this medicine to the affected area, once a day. Strictly follow the instructions. ・Do not apply the medicine to your eyes (cornea and conjunctiva), fissures or eroded surfaces (erosion). ・If you miss a dose, apply the missed dose when you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and follow your regular dosing schedule. You should never apply two doses at one ti Read the complete document