Butenac Cream (Butenafine Hydrochloride)

Adult dosage

Apply once daily to the affected area (site of infection).

This medication should not be used by patients with an allergy to its ingredients. Patients sensitive to allylamine antifungals should use this medication with caution, as cross-reactivity may occur. While using, skin irritation, redness, itching, rash, blistering, or skin damage may arise, and if these symptoms occur, use should be stopped immediately and appropriate treatment should be sought. When applying, ensure the infected area is cleaned and completely dried before application, and avoid contact with mucous membranes like the eyes, nose, and mouth. Do not use occlusive dressings or other packaging methods without a doctor's instruction, and do not use for indications not approved. If there is no response to this medication, the possibility of fungal infection should be re-evaluated and alternative treatment methods should be considered. This product contains sodium benzoate, which may cause mild irritation to the skin, eyes, or mucous membranes. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication when the benefits outweigh the risks, and caution should be exercised during breastfeeding as well. It should be avoided in premature infants, newborns, and children under 12 years old, as safety and efficacy have not been established in these groups. This medication is for external use only and should not be applied to severely damaged skin. After use, hands should be washed thoroughly, and it should be stored out of the reach of children.

Serious side effects

Blistering

Mild side effects

• Local irritation
• erythema (redness)
• rash (red spots)
• itching
• contact dermatitis
• rarely erosion
• desquamation (scaling)
• fissures (cracks)
• mild irritation of the skin and eyes
• and mucous membranes

This medication should be stored protected from light and kept sealed to prevent air exposure. Additionally, it is safest stored at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White cream with a slight peculiar smell

Package unit

15g/Al tube