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Naftifine

Naftin

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Sourced from primary literature. Awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer — our editorial process.

Drug Class

Antifungal

Routes

Topical

Indications

Dermatophytosis

Mechanism of Action

Inhibits squalene epoxidase blocking ergosterol biosynthesis. Fungicidal against dermatophytes. Also has anti-inflammatory properties.

Side effects & warnings

Topical use only. Local irritation (burning, stinging). First allylamine antifungal developed. Active against dermatophytes.

Species with Naftifine dosing data (2 dose rules)

Cat (Domestic)Dog (Domestic)

Evidence levels across 2 dose rules

Weak×2

Each ExoticRx dose rule is graded by the strength of its primary evidence — see the editorial process.

Backed by a published primary source

  • · Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

Sample dosing (2 of 2 cited rules)

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SpeciesRouteDoseFrequencyEvidenceSource
Dog (Domestic)Topical0 apply thin layerq12-24hWeakPlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Cat (Domestic)Topical0 apply thin layerq12-24hWeakPlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

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