Basic Information On Penlac Nail Lacquer
Penlac nail lacquer is a synthetic anti-fungal agent and is available in a lotion, cream, solution and shampoo forms. The drug is 8% solution contains ethyl acetate, NF, USP, isopropyl alcohol and butyl-monoester which is meant for topical use only. It is applied to the nails of the finger and toes and to its adjacent skin. The drug is used in the management of mild to moderate onychomycosis on the nails of the fingers and toes, in immune-competent patients. The drug is used in a program which is a comprehensive management of affected nails. This program includes the removal of infected and unattached nails on a monthly basis. The anti-inflammatory effect is the brand or generic Penlac nail lacquer results from the inhibition of cyclo-oxygenase and 5-lipoxygenase. The drug acts by inhibiting certain enzymes and by modifying the fungi’s plasma membrane. This results in the disorganization of the fungi’s internal structure.
Precautions / Side Effects Of Penlac Nail Lacquer
The common side effects of Penlac nail lacquer are itching, reddening, mild burning and dryness. These common side effects are expected with the drug. Rare and serious side effects of the drug may include severe itching, irritation on the skin, burning and de-coloration of nails. If you experience the above mentioned rare and serious side effects then contact your health care provider for medical attention. While administering Ciclopirox topically ensure that the drug does not come in contact with mucous membranes such as mouth, nose and eyes.
Let your physician know if you are a diabetic and dependent on insulin before administering Ciclopirox. Pregnant women and nursing women must administer the drug with the doctor’s advice. Before you administer the drug let your health care providers know if you have had any history of immune-suppression or if you are immune-compromised for example if you have received organ transplant. If you have had a prior history of epilepsy or if you are on corticosteroids then let your physician know before taking brand or generic Penlac nail lacquer.
Penlac Nail Lacquer Dosage
Penlac nail lacquer should be applied to infected nails daily once. Preferably the solution must be applied at bed time. Once applied, the drug should not be washed for a period of 8 hours. The drug is applied with the help of an applicator brush which is provided along with the drug. The drug should be evenly applied on the entire plate of the nails that are infected. The drug should be removed once a week only by using alcohol and not water. Penlac nail lacquer drug should only be used as a comprehensive management-program which is meant for onychomycosis and only by a physician.
Buy Penlac Nail Lacquer From North Drug Store
North Drug Store provides the drug as a fixed dose of 8% in varied quantities. Buy Penlac nail lacquer from our licensed Canadian pharmacy and enjoy the free refill reminder service.
