tolnaftate

[ tawl-naf-teyt, tol- ]

noun

, Pharmacology.

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of tolnaftate¹

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

Example Sentences

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

From Seattle Times

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

From Seattle Times

It's the kind that lodges under your toenails; tolnaftate only gets it in the callouses.

From New York Times