tolnaftate

American

[tawl-naf-teyt, tol-] / tɔlˈnæf teɪt, tɒl- /

noun

Pharmacology.

an antifungal substance, C 19 H 17 NOS, used topically in the treatment of certain superficial fungal skin infections, as athlete's foot.

Etymology

Origin of tolnaftate

tol(uene) + naft-, respelling of naphth- + -ate ²

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There are several over-the-counter antifungal ingredients to consider: clotrimazole, miconazole, terbinafine or tolnaftate.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2023

An over-the-counter antifungal cream with ingredients such as clotrimazole, miconazole, terbinafine or tolnaftate can often clear up an infection.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 2, 2022

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