Tinactin
Tinactin is a topical antifungal medication available over-the-counter that treats common skin infections caused by fungi. It is primarily used by adults and children to address conditions like athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm, providing relief from associated symptoms such as itching, burning, and cracking of the skin.
Tinactin is an OTC topical antifungal used to treat athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 220322
- Generic
- Tinactin
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Tinactin is used to treat and relieve symptoms of superficial fungal skin infections including tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), and tinea corporis (ringworm). It helps alleviate associated itching, burning, and cracking of the skin.
As an antifungal agent, Tinactin works to stop the growth of fungi on the skin's surface. It is applied directly to the affected area where it helps eliminate the fungal infection and promotes healing.
Tinactin is for external use only and should not be applied to the face, nails, or scalp unless directed by a physician. Users should avoid covering treated areas with tight dressings. If symptoms do not improve within 2-4 weeks of regular use, or if the condition worsens, medical consultation is recommended. Those with known allergies to antifungal agents should avoid use.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 25, 2026. · Read our editorial policy