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NAFTIFINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Infectious Disease Approved 2016-01-06

Naftifine hydrochloride is a topical gel used for patients with fungal infections between the toes, a condition known as interdigital tinea pedis. It helps those suffering from infections caused by specific organisms such as Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, and Epidermophyton floccosum. This medication is prescribed to clear the skin by targeting the fungi responsible for the infection.

Source: FDA Label • SUN PHARMA CANADA

How NAFTIFINE HYDROCHLORIDE Works

This medication works by acting as a topical antifungal agent. It belongs to the allylamine class of drugs and is applied directly to the skin to address fungal growth.

Source: FDA Label
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Indications
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Phase 3 Trials
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Years on Market

Details

Status
Prescription
First Approved
2016-01-06
Routes
TOPICAL
Dosage Forms
CREAM, GEL

NAFTIFINE HYDROCHLORIDE Approval History

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Original
New Indication
New Form
Label Update
13 FDA actions from 2016 to 2023
Jun 2023 SUPPL
Label · Labeling
Oct 2022 SUPPL
Mfg · Manufacturing (CMC)
Nov 2021 SUPPL
Label · Labeling

What NAFTIFINE HYDROCHLORIDE Treats

1 indications

NAFTIFINE HYDROCHLORIDE is approved for 1 conditions since its original approval in 2016. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.

  • Tinea Pedis
Source: FDA Label

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Understanding FDA Approval Types
Count Type What it means
- ORIG Original approval - drug first enters market
- SUPPL - Efficacy New indication (new disease/condition approved)
- SUPPL - Labeling Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates)
- SUPPL - Manufacturing Production changes (new facility)
- SUPPL - Chemistry Formulation changes (new dosage strength)

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NAFTIFINE HYDROCHLORIDE FDA Label Details

Indications & Usage

NAFTIFINE HYDROCHLORIDE is indicated for the treatment of Tinea Pedis.

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