AMOROLFIN AL 5% nail polish, 5 ml

AMOROLFIN AL 5% for nail fungus

AMOROLFIN AL 5% is a nail polish used to treat mild fungal nail infections in adults 18 years of age and older.The nail polish contains the active ingredient amorolfine and is intended for external use.No prescription is required for this product.The product is flammable and should be kept away from fire and flames.

Active ingredient

The active ingredient in AMOROLFIN AL 5% is amorolfine.This active ingredient belongs to the group of antimycotics that work against fungal diseases.Amorolfine penetrates the nail deep into the nail bed and develops its fungicidal effect there.The effect of amorolfine is long-lasting, which means that nail fungus can be effectively combated.

Ingredients

AMOROLFIN AL 5% contains the following ingredients:

55.74 mg amorolfine hydrochloride per 1 ml varnish.Other ingredients include ammonium methacrylate copolymer (Type A), butyl acetate, ethyl acetate, triacetin and ethanol.

Area of application

AMOROLFIN AL 5% is used to treat fungal diseases that affect up to two nails and the front half or edges of the nails.If the nails are more severely affected, a doctor should be consulted.Nail polish is limited to fungal infections not involving the nail bed.

Application

The application of AMOROLFIN AL 5% takes place in several steps:

Step 1: File the nail.The diseased nail, including the nail surface, is filed down as thoroughly as possible before the first use.

Step 2: Cleaning the nail.Use one of the included alcohol swabs or nail polish remover to clean the nail surface.

Step 3: Applying the varnish.Use the included spatula to apply the nail polish evenly to the entire surface of the nail.The paint is dry after 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 4: Cleaning the spatula.The used spatula from step 3 must be carefully cleaned with the alcohol swab after each treatment process.

The nails should be treated once a week.Use should be continued continuously for 6 months for fingernails and 9 to 12 months for toenails until the infection is cleared and the healthy nail has regrown.

The right nail care

Affected nails are contagious and can infect neighboring nails.Nails should be trimmed regularly and kept short.Nail care should be done carefully to avoid injuries.

Leisure activities

Nail fungus often arises from athlete's foot.Mushrooms prefer a warm, humid environment.It is advisable to wear bathing shoes in public pools and to dry your feet thoroughly.Sports shoes should dry out well and, if necessary, be disinfected.

In old age

The risk of contracting nail fungus increases with age.Immune defenses and blood circulation decrease and the thickness of the skin decreases.In addition, impaired vision can cause poor foot care.

Frequently asked questions & Answers

How do I recognize nail fungus?

If the nail is diseased, nail changes and nail discoloration initially occur.Initially, elongated or semicircular, whitish or yellow or gray-brown spots are usually visible in the nail.As it progresses, the nail plate thickens and can become brittle and crumbly.The original nail substance is increasingly destroyed.

How long do I have to use AMOROLFIN AL 5?

Once weekly use of AMOROLFIN AL 5% should generally be continued continuously for 6 months for fingernails and 9 to 12 months for toenails.It is important to continue using the nail polish until the infection is cleared and the healthy nail has grown back.

Can I go swimming parallel to treatment with AMOROLFIN AL 5?

Yes.Showering, bathing or swimming have no effect on the paint.The polish does not come off the nail when it comes into contact with water. AMOROLFIN AL 5% therefore continues to have an effect.

Contraindications

If you are known to be hypersensitive to any of the ingredients, the product should not be used.Additionally, AMOROLFIN AL 5% must not be used by anyone under 18 years of age.

Patient information

Take special care when using it if you have diabetes, if you are being treated for a weak immune system, if you have poor blood circulation in your hands and feet, if your nail is severely damaged or infected, if the medicine gets into your eyes or ears.Wash them out immediately with water and contact your doctor, pharmacy or nearest hospital immediately.Avoid putting the nail polish in contact with mucous membranes (e.g. B. in the mouth and nose).Don't breathe it in.

Pregnancy

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.Your doctor will then decide whether you can use this preparation.

Notes

Please do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the pack or outer packaging.The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month.