Today we will look at a popular remedy for the treatment of fungal nail infections, the name of which is often mentioned in commercials. They promise a quick relief from the disease, which this healing varnish should provide. Is it so easy to cure an annoying fungus? The considered varnish "Oflomil" will help with this. Analogues, instructions for their use are also presented to your attention in the article.
Features of "Oflomil"
"Oflomil" (lacquer), instructions, analogues of this tool - frequent queries in search engines, because onychomycosis is a common disease. It is important to choose an effective remedy in the fight against this disease. Antifungal agent for external use "Oflomil" is available in the form of nail polish. The active substance is amorolfine hydrochloride. Auxiliary components in its composition: triacetin, methacrylate copolymer, methyl methacrylate, ethyl acetate, butyl acetate, ethanol.
Effective in the fight against various speciespathogens, both common and rare. These include dermatophytes, yeast, mold, dimorphic fungi, as well as the Dematiaceae family. The drug is manufactured in India by the pharmaceutical company Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Sold in a cardboard box, which includes a bottle of 2.5 ml with 5% varnish, applicators, nail files, cleansing swabs. One such package will cost an average of 900 rubles. Reviews speak of the high effectiveness of this tool.
Instructions for using Oflomil varnish
Indicated for diseases of the nails - onychomycosis, if the lesion has spread to no more than 2/3 of the nail plate. Contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to the components included in the composition, and its use is not recommended for pregnant and lactating women. The treatment procedure is carried out 1-2 times a week for several months. First, you should remove the areas of the nail affected by the fungus with a special nail file that comes with the medicine itself. Then clean the surface with the supplied alcohol swab, then apply the varnish. Each time the procedure is repeated.
After use, the bottle should be tightly closed to prevent drying. Treatment is carried out continuously until a new, he althy nail grows. It can take from three to six months for fingernails and up to 9-12 months for toenails. The popular Oflomil varnish has analogues no less effective, and some even more economical.
Lotseril
Not less thanthe famous therapeutic varnish for nail fungus "Loceryl" is produced in France by the company "Galderma". Produced in bottles of 2.5 ml (its price will be about 1,500 rubles) and 5 ml (a large package will cost 2,500 rubles). The kit also contains nail files and alcohol swabs. The active substance of the drug is amorolfine, auxiliary - triacetin, methacrylic acid copolymer, butyl acetate, ethanol, ethyl acetate. Its action is aimed at changing the biosynthesis and destruction of the cell membrane of the fungus. Effective against all known pathogens of onychomycosis. It can be used not only for treatment, but also as a preventive measure. Contraindication is sensitivity to components, pregnancy and lactation.
Just like "Oflomil" (lacquer), analogues under the brand name "Lotseril" are applied 1-2 times a week until the nail is completely restored. Before application, remove the affected areas with a nail file from the package, clean with a damp swab. This is done before each treatment procedure. Apply varnish to the entire surface of the nail, let dry.
Special Instructions
Loceryl lacquer should not be used to treat fungus in children as no clinical or safety data are available. The files included with the preparation are used only on the affected areas, he althy ones should not come into contact with them. It is not recommended to use false nails during treatment. When working with solvents or other household cleaners,wear protective rubber gloves.
Batrafen
Some consumers note that the price of "Oflomil" (lacquer) is quite high. Its analogues, however, are even more expensive. For example, "Batrafen" made in Germany will cost about 2,300 rubles for a three-gram bottle of an eight percent remedy.
"Oflomil" - varnish from nail fungus. Analogues are produced in the same form, but may contain other active ingredients. In "Batrafen" it is ciclopiroxolamine, it has a high penetrating power and an effective broad-spectrum antifungal effect. Contraindicated in case of allergy to components, during pregnancy and lactation, children under 10 years of age. The drug is used according to the following scheme: in the first month, varnish is applied every other day, in the second month - twice a week, in the third - once. The course of treatment should not exceed 6 months. Varnish can be used in complex therapy with systemic antimycotic agents, which significantly increases its effectiveness.
Demicten
Similar to the varnish from the Oflomil fungus, Russian-made analogues do not lag behind in quality, but are much more economical in price. Demicten has a natural basis, therefore it can be used to treat fungus in pregnant and lactating women, as well as in children. It has no side effects, the only contraindication is individual intolerance to any component of the drug.
The pluses include the fact thatthat the product is not forbidden to be used together with decorative varnish. It is also used as a preventive drug to protect against fungus before visiting the pool, sauna and other places where there is a risk of infection. This therapeutic varnish has not only an antifungal effect, but also an anti-inflammatory, relieves swelling, protects against infection by creating a film on the nails, and also eliminates corns, calluses, saves from unpleasant odors and excessive sweating of the feet. The main components included in its composition:
- polyvinyl acetate emulsion - creates a protective breathable film;
- paraffom (formaldehyde) - a powerful antiseptic that inhibits the growth of fungus and viruses;
- biologically active metabolites that fight fungus and bacteria.
Like Oflomil lacquer, analogues from Russia effectively treat nail diseases, but they are much cheaper. The average price for a package of 35 g will be about 300 rubles.
Mikosan
Confirm the high efficiency of such a tool as "Oflomil" (lacquer) reviews. Analogues are not inferior to him in quality, and in some cases they are superior, not only having an antifungal effect, but also eliminating brittleness and delamination of nails. These include the drug "Mikozan", produced in the Netherlands.
Produced as a serum in a 5 ml bottle with nail files included. It contains rye enzyme filtrate, dimethyl isosorbide, pentylene glycol, water, hydroxyethyl cellulose. Contraindication is children under 4 years of age and hypersensitivity to any component of the drug. The average price per pack is about 1000 rubles.
Like the well-known Oflomil varnish, analogues have the same strong anti-fungal properties, despite the differences in composition.
