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SSL International plc
Freepost, RSBU-TEBT-GSTU, Reckitt Benckiser, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 6LZ, UK
Telephone: +44 (0)500 455 456
WWW: http://www.reckittbenckiser.com
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Summary of Product Characteristics last updated on the eMC: 03/02/2012
SPC Scholl Athlete's Foot Powder


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1. NAME OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT

Scholl Athletes Foot Powder


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2. QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION
 

Tolnaftate

1.0% w/w


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3. PHARMACEUTICAL FORM

Powder for topical application


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4. CLINICAL PARTICULARS

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4.1 Therapeutic indications

For the prevention and treatment of Athlete's Foot


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4.2 Posology and method of administration

Wash and dry infected area, and apply twice daily or as directed by your doctor. Dust feet liberally, especially between toes. For added protection dust on socks, hosiery and inside shoes. Continue treatment for two weeks after symptoms disappear.


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4.3 Contraindications

Not recommended for nail or scalp infections.


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4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use

For external use only

Keep out of eyes

If symptoms do not improve within 10 days, discontinue use and consult your doctor

Keep out of the reach of children


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4.5 Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction

Not relevant to topical use


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4.6 Pregnancy and lactation

No known restrictions


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4.7 Effects on ability to drive and use machines

None stated


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4.8 Undesirable effects

None stated


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4.9 Overdose

Not relevant to topical use


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5. PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES

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5.1 Pharmacodynamic properties

Tolnaftate

Topical antifungal agent (ATC Classification: D01A E)


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5.2 Pharmacokinetic properties

Not applicable for a topical dosage form of this type


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5.3 Preclinical safety data

None stated


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6. PHARMACEUTICAL PARTICULARS

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6.1 List of excipients

Talc

Starch


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6.2 Incompatibilities

None stated


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6.3 Shelf life

5 years, unopened


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6.4 Special precautions for storage

Store below 25°C


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6.5 Nature and contents of container

High density poly-ethylene powder with sifter assembly. 75g of product


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6.6 Special precautions for disposal and other handling

No special precautions required


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7. MARKETING AUTHORISATION HOLDER

Scholl Consumer Products Ltd.

Venus

1 Old Park Lane

Trafford Park

Manchester M41 7HA


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8. MARKETING AUTHORISATION NUMBER(S)

PL 00587/0007


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9. DATE OF FIRST AUTHORISATION/RENEWAL OF THE AUTHORISATION

24/4/85 / 8/2/99


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10. DATE OF REVISION OF THE TEXT

July 2006



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Active Ingredients/Generics

 
  tolnaftate