Naftate Cream is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of fungal infections. It prevents the growth of fungi and therefore stops the infection from spreading to the unaffected parts.Naftate Cream is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. The amount you need, and how long you should take will depend on what you are being treated for. You should normally wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of the medicine. You should avoid getting in contact with your mouth, eyes, and nose. In case of accidental contact, wash it off with plenty of water. Keep using it regularly to get the most benefit.On application, it may cause itching, skin irritation, and skin rash. They are not usually serious and often disappear with time. If they do not go away or worsen, you should let your doctor know.

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

'- Alcohol : None

No interaction found/established

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Naftate Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

- Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Naftate Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

- Driving : None

No interaction found/established

- Kidney : None

No interaction found/established

- Liver : None

No interaction found/established

tube of 50 gm Cream

Chemical Class :: Thiocarbamate derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: DERMA
Action Class :: Antifungal Others

Fungal skin infections

Store below 30?C

Q. Is Naftate Cream a steroid?::: No, Naftate Cream is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which is used to kill a wide variety of infection-causing fungus. It is applied on the affected skin or nails to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails.| Q. Is Naftate Cream effective?::: Naftate Cream is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Naftate Cream too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.| Q. How to use Naftate Cream?::: First of all, make sure that the affected area is dry and properly cleaned before using Naftate Cream. Then, gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Naftate Cream gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.| Q. Can we apply Naftate Cream on other parts of the body?::: No, this medicine should not be used on other parts of the body like eyes, oral cavity or intravaginally. Its use should be restricted to nails and skin only. Before using the medicine consult the doctor and follow the instructions carefully.| Q. What precautions do I need to take while using Naftate Cream?::: Be careful not to get Naftate Cream into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Naftate Cream if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Naftate Cream with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Naftate Cream only if prescribed by the doctor.| Q. What should I do if I forget to use Naftate Cream?::: If you forget to use Naftate Cream, do not worry and continue using Naftate Cream as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.| Q. Can Naftate Cream cause any local reaction or rashes?::: Yes, the use of Naftate Cream may cause allergic reactions, but the probability of any such occurrence is not clear. These allergic reactions are not very common and are likely to occur in susceptible or sensitive individuals only. Immediately contact your doctor if you experience such reactions.

Skin irritation
Itching
Skin rash