Tioconazole

BNF:

13.10.2

Status:

Do Not Prescribe (DNP)

Decision Date:

February 2014

Comments

GREY:^1,5,7 Amorolfine is the preferred topical treatment in fungal nail infections with restricted use.

Black Drug Classifications

• 1: Are classified by the BNF as 'less suitable for prescribing', and includes anti-malarials (where a private prescription may be provided). Have a lack of data on effectiveness compared with standard therapy
• 5: Less cost-effective than current standard therapy
• 7: Those that are deemed by national publications (e.g. by NHSE/ NHS Clinical Commissioners) of limited value, unless agreed by local agreement

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