Tavaborole Topical Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 22, 2022.

Applies to the following strengths: 5%

Usual Adult Dose for Onychomycosis - Toenail

Apply to affected toenail(s) once a day for 48 weeks.

Comments:

The provided dropper should be used.
This drug should be applied to the entire toenail surface and under the tip of each treated toenail.

Use: For the treatment of onychomycosis of the toenail(s) due to Trichophyton rubrum or T mentagrophytes

Usual Pediatric Dose for Onychomycosis - Toenail

6 years or older: Apply to affected toenail(s) once a day for 48 weeks.

Comments:

The provided dropper should be used.
This drug should be applied to the entire toenail surface and under the tip of each treated toenail.

Use: For the treatment of onychomycosis of the toenail(s) due to T rubrum or T mentagrophytes

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

CONTRAINDICATIONS: None

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 6 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

For topical use only; not for ophthalmic, oral, or intravaginal use.
Use the provided dropper to apply this drug to clean, dry toenail(s); apply enough solution to completely cover toenail (may require more than 1 drop); use dropper tip to gently spread solution to cover entire toenail up to the edges of the toenail and under the entire tip of the toenail.
Do not apply this drug on skin not surrounding treated toenail(s); if drug gets on surrounding skin, use tissue to wipe any excess solution from the surrounding skin; do not wipe this drug off toenail(s).
Allow drug to dry completely (may take a couple of minutes); wash hands with soap and water after applying drug.

Storage requirements:

Store at 20C to 25C (68F to 77F); excursions permitted to 15C to 30C (59F to 86F).
Keep away from heat and flame.
Keep bottle tightly closed.

General:

At initial use, the screw cap on the bottle should be replaced with the dropper assembly; the product should be discarded within 3 months after inserting the dropper.

Patient advice:

Read the US FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information and Instructions for Use).
The effect of nail polish or other cosmetic nail products on drug efficacy has not been assessed.
Contact healthcare professional if the application area shows signs of persistent irritation (e.g., redness, itching, swelling).
This product is flammable; do not use near heat or open flame.