Tioconazole

About Tioconazole

This belongs to the group of medicines known as antifungals.

It is used to treat tinea (fungal) infections of the fingernails and toenails. Tinea infections are also sometimes known as ringworm. In fungal nail infections the nail becomes thickened, discoloured and crumbly.

Tinea infections may be caught from another person, from an animal, from soil, from the floors of showers, or from household objects, such as chairs or carpets.

Tioconazole is available in nail solution form.

It is also sometimes known as Trosyl. You may notice the use of either name on the packaging of your medicine.

Before using Tioconazole

Before using any of this preparation make sure your doctor or pharmacist knows:

• if you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding
• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this or any other medicine
• if you are using any other preparations, including those available to buy without a prescription, herbal and complementary medicines

How to use Tioconazole

• Use this preparation exactly as directed by your doctor.
• Always read the manufacturer's information leaflet, if possible, before beginning treatment.
• Apply Tioconazole to the affected nails and surrounding skin twice a day or as directed by your doctor.
• This medicine is for you. Never give it to others, even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.

Getting the most from your treatment

• Treatment with Tioconazole can last 6 to 12 months.
• Do not use nail varnish or artificial nails while you are being treated with Tioconazole.
• Do not allow Tioconazole to come into contact with the eyes, ears, or mucous membranes (e.g.. mouth, vagina, inside of nose etc.).
• Before using any 'over-the-counter' medicines, check with your pharmacist which medicines are safe for you to use alongside Tioconazole.

Can Tioconazole cause problems?

Tioconazole occasionally causes skin irritation such as redness, itching, flaking or a burning sensation. It may also cause swelling round the nail and discolour the nail. This should soon disappear. If it doesn't or if it becomes severe, stop using Tioconazole and ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

If you experience any other worrying symptoms, which you think may be due to this preparation, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

How to store Tioconazole

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light and heat.
• Never keep out of date or unwanted medicines. Discard them safely out of the reach of children or take them to your local pharmacist who will dispose of unwanted medicines for you.

© EMIS and Cegedim Pharmacy Services Ltd 2005   Updated: 26/05/2005