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Talc

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Habit forming
No
Availability
Over-the-counter (OTC)

Brand names

SclerosolSteritalc

Available as

2000 MG · Powder3000 MG · Powder4000 MG · Powder5000 MG · Powder

FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.

Uses
Uses cures most athlete's foot (linea pedis), ringworm (linea corporis) and jock itch (linea cruris) relieves symptoms of athlete's foot, including itching, burning and cracking
How to use / dosing
Directions wash affected area and dry thoroughly shake can well and spray a thin layer 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 spaces between the toes; wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes, and change shoes and socks at least once daily use daily for 4 weeks for athlete's foot and ringworm; use daily for 2 weeks for jock itch; if conditions persists, consult a doctor this product is not effective on the scalp or nails if nozzle clogs, clean with a pin

Safety advice

Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.

PregnancyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
BreastfeedingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label. Check LactMed →
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
Warnings & precautions
For external use only. Flammable: Do not use while smoking or near heat or flame. Do not puncture or incinerate. Contents under pressure. Do not store at temperature above 120ºF. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling contents can be harmful or fatal. When using this product avoid contact with the eyes or mouth use only as directed Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation occurs no improvement within 4 weeks for athlete's foot and ringworm; 2 weeks for jock itch Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Do not use on children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor. Do not use on children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)

9 marketed products on record (RxNorm)

Authoritative sources

Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.