What Are The Uses Of Butenafine?

Butenafine, a benzyl amine antifungal agent, is used in the treatment of following conditions:

• Fungal skin infections
• Athletes foot
• Ringworm
• Jock itch

Pityriasis (tinea versicolor) causing lightening or darkening of the skin. 

What Are The Side Effects Of Butenafine?

Some of the common side effects of butenafine are:

• Redness of skin
• Itching
• Irritation of applied areas

Rarely, some severe side effects such as the following may also be observed:

• Rash
• Allergic reactions
• Swelling of face / tongue / throat
• Severe dizziness
• Trouble breathing

Please consult a physician if the symptoms are persistent.

What Are The Contraindications Of Butenafine?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Hyper sensitivity towards the drug butenafine or any other allergies.
• Pregnancy, breast feeding
• Athletes foot on the bottom of foot