Butenafine
Other Antifungals For Topical Use
- Drug class
- Other Antifungals For Topical Use
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Topical
- Markets covered
- 1
- Products on record
- 1
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Butenafine is an active ingredient classified as an Other Antifungal for Topical Use [1]. It is approved to treat most cases of athlete's foot that occur between the toes [1]. The effectiveness of butenafine on the bottom or sides of the foot has not been determined [1].
Additionally, butenafine is indicated for the treatment of most cases of jock itch and ringworm [1]. It helps to relieve symptoms associated with these fungal infections, including itching, burning, cracking, and scaling [1]. Butenafine is available under various brand names [1].
This information is based on publicly available data and does not include adverse event reports or specific reaction counts [1, 2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 1 | July 3, 2025 |
USUnited States· FDA
1 product
Uses
Uses cures most athlete's foot between the toes. Effectiveness on the bottom or sides of foot is unknown. cures most jock itch and ringworm relieves itching, burning, cracking, and scaling which accompany these conditions
How to take
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 098dee89-0f7b-43… · revised July 3, 2025 [PDF]
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