Today we will consider a popular remedy for the treatment of fungal infections of the nails, the name of which is often mentioned in commercials. They promise an early deliverance from the ailment that this therapeutic varnish should provide. Is it easy to recover from an annoying fungus? This will help the considered varnish "Oflomil." Analogs, instructions for their use are also presented to your attention in the article.
Features of Oflomil
“Oflomil” (varnish), instructions, analogues of this remedy are 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. Oflomil, an antifungal agent for external use, 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 different types of pathogens, both common and rare. These include dermatophytes, yeast, mold, dimorphic fungi, as well as the family Dematiaceae. The drug is produced in India by the pharmacological firm Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Sold in a cardboard box, which includes a 2.5 ml bottle with 5% varnish, applicators, nail files, cleaning swabs. One such package will cost an average of 900 rubles. Reviews indicate the high effectiveness of this tool.
Instructions for use of varnish "Oflomil"
It is indicated for nail diseases - onychomycosis, if the lesion has spread to no more than 2/3 of the nail plate. Contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to the components that make up, 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 affected areas of the nail fungus with a special nail file that is included with the medicine itself. Then clean the surface with the included alcohol swab, then apply varnish. Each time the procedure is repeated.
After use, the vial should be tightly closed to prevent drying. Treatment is carried out continuously until a new, healthy nail grows. This can take from three months to six months for nails on the fingers and up to 9-12 months - on the feet. The popular Oflomil varnish has analogues that are no less effective, and some even more economical.
Loceryl
No less well-known therapeutic varnish for nail fungus "Lotseril" is produced in France by the company "Galderma". Available 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). Also included are nail files and alcohol swabs. The active substance of the drug is amorolfine, auxiliary substances are triacetin, a copolymer of methacrylic acid, butyl acetate, ethanol, and 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 prophylaxis. Contraindication is sensitivity to the components, pregnancy and lactation.
Just like Oflomil (varnish), analogues under the Loceril brand are used 1-2 times a week until the nail is completely restored. Before applying, you need to remove the affected areas with a nail file from the package, clean with a wet swab. This is done before each treatment procedure. Apply varnish to the entire surface of the nail, allow to dry.
special instructions
“Lotseril” varnish should not be used to treat fungus in children, as there are no data on clinical studies and safety in this regard. The files included in the kit with the drug are used only on the affected areas, healthy should not come into contact with them. It is not recommended to use false nails during treatment. When working with solvents or other household cleaning products, protective rubber gloves must be worn.
"Batrafen"
Some consumers note that the price of Oflomil (varnish) is rather high. Its analogs, 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 healing agent.
“Oflomil” - nail polish from nail fungus. Analogs are issued in the same form, but may include other active components. In “Batrafen” it is cyclopiroxolamine, it has a high penetrating ability and an effective antifungal effect of a wide spectrum. It is contraindicated in case of allergy to components, during pregnancy and lactation, in children under 10 years old. The drug is used according to the following scheme: in the first month, varnish is applied after one 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 combination therapy with systemic antimycotic drugs, which significantly increases its effectiveness.
Demictene
Similar to varnish from the Oflomil fungus, analogues of Russian production do not lag behind in quality, but are much more economical in price. "Demikten" 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 the individual intolerance to any component of the drug.
The pluses include the fact that the product is not forbidden to use together with decorative varnish. It is also used as a prophylactic 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 anti-inflammatory, relieves swelling, protects against infection by creating a film on the nails, and also eliminates corns, calluses, and saves from unpleasant odors and excessive sweating of the feet. The main components that make up its composition:
- polyvinyl acetate emulsion - creates a protective breathable film;
- parafom (ant aldehyde) - a powerful antiseptic that inhibits the growth of fungus and viruses;
- biologically active metabolites that fight against fungi and bacteria.
Like the Oflomil varnish, analogues from Russia effectively treat nail diseases, but they cost several times less. The average price for a package of 35 g will be about 300 rubles.
Mikozan
Confirm the high efficiency of such a tool as Oflomil (varnish) reviews. Analogs are not inferior to him in quality, and in some cases even superior, not only exerting an antifungal effect, but also eliminating the fragility and delamination of nails. These include the drug "Mikozan" produced in the Netherlands.
Available in the form of serum in a 5 ml bottle with nail files in the kit. 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 for a package is about 1000 rubles.
Like the well-known Oflomil varnish, analogues have the same strong anti-fungal properties, despite differences in composition.