Kerydin

Generic name: Tavaborole Topical
Drug class: Topical antifungals

Usage of Kerydin

Kerydin is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus.

Kerydin topical solution is used to treat a fungal infection of the toenail called onychomycosis (ON e koe mye KOE sis).

Kerydin topical solution, 5% contains tavaborole, 5% (w/w) in a clear, colorless alcohol-based solution.

Kerydin side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Kerydin: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

severe redness, swelling, or other irritation of the affected toenail.

Common Kerydin side effects may include:

skin peeling or redness where the medicine was applied;

itching; or

ingrown toenail.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Kerydin

You should not use Kerydin if you are allergic to tavaborole.

Kerydin is not approved for use by anyone younger than 6 years old.

It is not known whether Kerydin will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine.

It is not known whether tavaborole topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Ask your doctor about any risk.

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How to use Kerydin

Usual Adult Dose for Onychomycosis -- Toenail:

Apply to affected toenail(s) once a day for 48 weeks. Comments: -The provided dropper should be used. -This drug should be applied to the entire toenail surface and under the tip of each treated toenail. Use: For the treatment of onychomycosis of the toenail(s) due to Trichophyton rubrum or T mentagrophytes

Usual Pediatric Dose for Onychomycosis -- Toenail:

6 years or older: Apply to affected toenail(s) once a day for 48 weeks. Comments: -The provided dropper should be used. -This drug should be applied to the entire toenail surface and under the tip of each treated toenail. Use: For the treatment of onychomycosis of the toenail(s) due to T rubrum or T mentagrophytes

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Kerydin

Medicine used on the toenails is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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