Ciclocutan 80 mg / g active nail polish, 6 g

What is a fungal nail infection?

Nail fungus is an infection of the nails that is usually caused by filamentous fungi (dermatophytes).These fungi are also often the cause of athlete's foot.The pathogen can easily spread to the nails and vice versa.The fungus often settles under the nail plate or in cavities in the nail plate.Since the pathogen prefers a moist environment, nail fungus occurs much more often on the toenails than on the fingernails.

How do you recognize nail fungus?

The first sign of nail fungus is usually a change in nail color.Whitish, yellow or brownish spots indicate that a fungus has settled under the nail plate.The horny substance loses its natural shine and transparency.If the nail fungus is not treated, the structure and shape of the nail also changes: the nail plate becomes crumbly, brittle and thickens.Over time, the infection can lead to complete nail destruction.

How does nail fungus develop?

Like all fungi, the nail fungus pathogens prefer a warm, humid environment.That is why public swimming pools, saunas, showers, changing rooms and hotel rooms, but also the family environment, are considered the main sources of infection.Not everyone who comes into contact with the pathogen gets nail fungus.A fungal infection only occurs under certain conditions, such as previous damage to the nail or an injury to the cuticle.Those at risk include older people, diabetics and people with a weakened immune system.

Favoring conditions for a fungal infection of the nails can be:

The presence of an athlete's foot infection, circulatory problems or frequent wearing of airtight shoes such as sports shoes or rubber boots.

How can you treat nail fungus?

Fungal nail infections do not heal on their own.There are numerous medications available to treat them that inhibit the growth of the fungi or kill the fungi.In the case of a fungal nail infection, the doctor usually recommends an antifungal nail polish that is applied directly to the diseased nails if no more than 50% of the nail is affected.If the fungal infestation is already very extensive, it may be necessary to take prescription antimycotics (tablets, capsules) in addition to the antifungal nail polish.

Area of application

CICLOCUTAN Nail polish for nail fungus 80 mg/g contains the active ingredient ciclopirox and is used to treat fungal nail infections of the toenails and fingernails.The nail polish is highly effective and captures all relevant pathogens of nail fungal diseases.No prescription is required for this product.

Mode of action

The active ingredient ciclopirox, which is contained in CICLOCUTAN nail polish for nail fungus 80 mg/g, penetrates the nail plate and has a killing effect on all relevant pathogens of nail fungal diseases.The nail polish is waterproof, seals the nail and ensures good absorption of the active ingredients.Due to its easy application, the varnish is particularly recommended for diabetics and seniors.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

1g of CICLOCUTAN nail polish for nail fungus 80 mg/g contains:

Active ingredient: 80 mg ciclopirox

Other ingredients: Poly(butyl hydrogen maleate-co-methoxyethylene)(1:1), ethyl acetate, 2-propanol

Contraindications

The medicine must not be used if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to the active ingredient ciclopirox or any of the other ingredients of the medicine.Due to a lack of clinical data, use in children, pregnancy and breastfeeding is not indicated.

Dosage

Always use the product exactly as directed in the instructions for use.If you are unsure, please ask your doctor or pharmacist.

The duration of use depends on the severity of the infestation and should not exceed a treatment period of 6 months without medical advice.During this time, the fungal nail infection pathogens are generally killed.If you are unsure about continuing treatment, please speak to your doctor or pharmacist.

Fungal nail infections are often very stubborn.If treatment is interrupted and ended prematurely, there is a risk that the fungal nail disease will worsen again.If you are unsure about improving the condition of your nails, please ask your doctor or pharmacy.

If you have any further questions about using the medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacy.

Intake

To be applied to nails.Before starting treatment, as much of the destroyed nail material as possible should be removed. Unless otherwise prescribed, the preparation is applied in a thin layer to the diseased nail every other day for the first month.In the second month of treatment, the application can be reduced to at least twice a week, and from the third month of treatment to once a week.

During the entire period of use, the entire layer of paint is removed once a week with the included alcohol swabs.As much of the changed nail material as possible should be removed again.If damage to the paint layer occurs in the meantime, it is sufficient to simply re-paint the chipped areas with the medication.

Patient information

No special caution is required when using the preparation.No special precautions are required when driving or using machines.

Pregnancy

Due to a lack of clinical experience, use in children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not indicated.

Notes

Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the pack or packaging.The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month.