Note: This document contains side effect information about naftifine topical. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Naftin.

Applies to naftifine topical: topical cream, topical gel/jelly.

Serious side effects of Naftin

Along with its needed effects, naftifine topical (the active ingredient contained in Naftin) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking naftifine topical:

Less common

• Burning, stinging, itching, redness, or irritation of the skin

Incidence not known

• Blistering or crusting of the skin
• softening of the skin

Other side effects of Naftin

Some side effects of naftifine topical may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common

• Dizziness
• headache

Less common

• Dry skin

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to naftifine topical: topical cream, topical gel.

General

The most common side effect reported with the 2% cream was pruritus. The most common side effects reported with the 2% gel were application site reactions.^[Ref]

Dermatologic

Common (1% to 10%): Burning/stinging, dryness, erythema, pruritus/itching

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Rash, skin tenderness

Postmarketing reports: Redness/irritation, erythema/redness, irritation, burning, blisters, crusting, dryness, mild pruritus/itching, rash^[Ref]

Local

Common (1% to 10%): Local irritation, application site reactions

Other

Postmarketing reports: Inflammation, maceration, swelling, serous drainage, pain

Hematologic

Postmarketing reports: Leukopenia, agranulocytosis

Nervous system

Postmarketing reports: Headache, dizziness, burning sensation