tolnaftate /tolnaf″tāt/ , an antifungal. ▪ INDICATIONS: It is prescribed in the treatment of superficial fungus infections of the skin, including tinea pedis, tinea cruris, tinea corporis, and tinea versicolor. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: Known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use. It is also not indicated for nail or scalp infections. ▪ ADVERSE EFFECTS: Among the more common adverse effects are hypersensitivity reactions and mild irritation of the skin.
