Micatin Antifungal Spray Powder, Unscented Cures Athletes Foot (2009 formulation)

Ingredient Concerns

Ingredient	Concerns	Score
SD ALCOHOL 40 ALCOHOL SD40	Enhanced skin absorption, Cancer, Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Multiple, additive exposure sources, Contamination concerns (BRUCINE, T-BUTYL ALCOHOL, BRUCINE SULFATE, QUASSIN), Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)	Data: None
PROPANE	Multiple, additive exposure sources, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)	Data: Fair
TALC	Contamination concerns (ASBESTIFORM FIBERS), Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Use restrictions	Data: Fair
STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE	Contamination concerns (NITROSAMINES-in the presence of nitrosating agents, FREE AMINES)	Data: None
MICONAZOLE NITRATE (Active Ingredient)	Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Persistence and bioaccumulation	Data: Fair
SORBITAN SESQUIOLEATE	None Identified	Data: Limited

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Label Information

Ingredients from packaging:

Active Ingredients: Contains: Miconazole Nitrate (2%). Inactive Ingredients: Alcohol SD40 (10%), Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Talc, Propellant: Isobutane/Propane.

Directions from packaging:

Clean the affected area and dry thoroughly. Shake can well before using. Hold can about six inches from the area to be treated. Apply a thin layer of Micatin Antifungal Spray Powder over affected area twice daily (morning and night) or as directed by a doctor. Supervise children in the use of this product. For athlete's foot, pay special attention to the spaces between the toes; wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes, and change shoes and socks at least once daily. For athlete's foot and ringworm, use daily for 4 weeks; for jock itch, use daily for 2 weeks. If condition persists longer, consult a doctor. This product is not effective on the scalp or nails. Store at room temperature. For occasional clogging, remove button and clean nozzle with a pin.

Warnings from packaging:

Do not use on children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor. For external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes. If irritation occurs or if there is no improvement within 4 weeks (for athlete's foot or ringworm) or within 2 weeks (for jock itch), discontinue use and consult a doctor. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children. In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately. Flammable: Do not use near a flame or spark or while smoking. Contents under pressure. Do not puncture or incinerate or store at a temperature above 120 degrees F. Use only as directed. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling aerosol products can be harmful or fatal.

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