How to get rid of nail fungus. Which antifungal drugs are the most effective? Medicines for external and oral use. Let's look at everything in more detail.
Toenail and toenail fungus is a common, intractable infectious disease caused by pathogenic fungal spores. Most often, the skin of the feet and the nail plates of the toes and hands are infected. The most effective treatment is in the early stages of the disease, when the area and depth of infection is small.
When the first signs of damage are detected (itching, redness of the skin, thickening and layering of the nails), it is necessary to immediately begin to treat the disease. Modern medicine offers a wide range of effective drugs designed to combat various types of nail fungus - antifungal varnishes, solutions, sprays, effective ointments, as well as oral agents.
Antimycotic drugs are selected by a specialist.
The most effective drugs for nail fungus
The pharmaceutical industry provides consumers with a wide variety of effective antifungal agents. But in each individual case, consultation with a doctor is necessary, since only a specialist can correctly determine the type and extent of the spread of the fungal infection.
In addition, antimycotic agents (both topical and internal use) are strong antibiotics and have a number of side effects and contraindications. Self-medication, incorrect diagnosis can worsen the course of the disease, lead to the development of resistance of various forms of fungi to drugs and even greater progression of the infection.
Modern remedies for the treatment of nail fungus have a fungicidal and fungistatic effect, that is, they not only completely destroy the fungus, but also stop the development and growth of fungal cells, thus providing along-term positive effect of treatment.
Often the feet and nails are affected by fungal infections, which include several different types of fungi and bacteria. In this case, a good treatment effect can be achieved by alternating external antifungal agents in combination with oral drugs.
Highly effective agents have a broad-spectrum antimycotic effect, which makes it possible to use them for the treatment of nail fungus caused by various types of fungal infections.
Varnish against nail fungus
If you start the treatment of mycosis in time, when the nail damage is not too frequent, you can achieve a positive effect with local means of treatment - antimycotic varnishes and solutions for nail fungus.
Antifungal varnishes have a very effective antifungal effect, they penetrate the structure of the nail well, the effect inside the affected tissues continues even 7-10 days after application. The concentration in the body is negligible after prolonged use. Effective for nail damage no more than 2/3.
Antimycotic drugs for external use
If the fungus has infected not only the nails, but also the skin of the feet or hands, it is recommended to apply topical creams and ointments to the affected areas, among which the most popular and effective are:
Creams or gels containing the active ingredient terbinafine hydrochloride are effective. The drugs have an active fungicidal and fungistatic effect on a number of fungi: molds, dimorphs, dermatophytes, yeasts. Gels are absorbed faster and penetrate the skin better.
Oral antifungal drugs
Advanced stages of mychomycosis are difficult to treat, and the use of only external drugs is not enough. In such cases, it is necessary to use oral drugs, which very effectively affect the course of the disease, infect the fungus from the inside and prevent the further development of the disease. A special positive result can be achieved by applying a complex treatment in the form of tablets and ointments.
In most cases, nail fungus pills can have a toxic effect on the human body, affecting internal organs containing fat - the liver and kidneys. But, at the same time, these drugs have a strong therapeutic effect, effectively destroy various types of fungi, contributing to a complete cure. Therefore, all oral medications should be taken strictly as directed by a specialist doctor (mycologist), taking into account possible side effects.
Antifungal drugs should be taken with great caution, strictly adhering to the dosage prescribed by the doctor and the duration of treatment. If any side effects appear, the drug should be stopped immediately and a doctor should be consulted. Patients with various impaired renal and hepatic function should be taken with extreme caution.
The need to treat yeast infection and its prevention
Fungal spores are very persistent, the affected areas are difficult to treat, the course can last from 2 to 4 months. Treatment should not be interrupted, since even a small focus, under favorable conditions, gives rise to the development of a new infection. Even after a full recovery, it is necessary to follow the rules of hygiene, to avoid contact with the shoes of others.
For the purposes of prevention, it is recommended to treat the feet and shoes with antifungal sprays or other effective means, especially after visiting public places: swimming pools, saunas, beaches, showers in sports facilities.
Only comprehensive treatment in combination with preventive measures will help defeat the fungus forever.