"Fungoterbin neo" is a modern remedy that has an antifungal effect. It has a high therapeutic activity against most known strains of fungal flora. The drug pretty quickly eliminates the manifestations of the clinical picture, pathogenesis, produces a preventive effect.
Composition and form of release
The main ingredients of the drug are: urea and terbinafine hydrochloride. It is produced in two forms: gel and cream. “Fungoterbin Neo” in the form of a cream has a snow-white shade, a pleasant soft texture and an unobtrusive, barely perceptible aroma. As auxiliary ingredients in its composition are used:
- liquid paraffin;
- cetostearyl alcohol;
- distilled water;
- macrogol cetostearate;
- dibunol;
- poloxamer.
Gel "Fungoterbin Neo" has a transparent viscous texture, a weakly pronounced aroma. Additionally, it includes such substances: carbomer, propylene glycol, trolamine.
Pharmacological properties
The drug has an antifungal, fungicidal effect. Varieties of harmful fungi, in relation to which the agent is highly active:
- Epidermophyton floccosum;
- Trichophyton;
- Pityrosporum ovale;
- Aspergillus;
- Microsporum canis;
- Pityriasis versicolor;
- Cladosporium;
- Pityrosporum.
One of the active ingredients of the drug, urea, has the ability to penetrate into the deepest layers of the skin, eliminating the symptoms of fungal infections: swelling, itching, redness, burning. In this case, the product has a moisturizing and softening effect. In addition, urea contributes to an increase in the concentration of the second component, terbinafine, repeatedly enhancing its therapeutic effect.
Another active ingredient of the drug during the therapeutic effect disrupts the production and metabolic processes in the cells of the pathogenic fungus, which are necessary to maintain its vital activity. Ergosterol deficiency, provoked by the influence of the drug, gradually becomes the cause of the death of harmful microflora.
Terbinafine is active against dimorphic and mold fungi. This substance also has an effect on yeast-like microorganisms, but its type varies, depending on the subspecies of the pathogen.
Urea in the preparation makes the skin soft, contributing to the rejection of harmful microorganisms by the stratum corneum of the dermis. The tool starts the regeneration process, so that the integument is restored much faster. This is what the mechanism of action of Fungoterbine Neo looks like.
The drug has the ability to quickly penetrate into the layers of the dermis and deposited in the tissues of the glands that produce sebum. Moreover, the product does not clog them and does not interfere with their work.
Indications for use
Gel and cream "Fungoterbin Neo" should be used for:
- fungal infection of the skin;
- fungus provoked by dermatophytes;
- multi-colored lichen;
- damage to the epidermis by yeast;
- candidiasis.
This drug is used not only for the treatment of acute fungal skin pathologies, but also for the prevention of relapses.
Contraindications
Both the cream and the Fungoterbin gel are forbidden to be used by people with hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. As for the age limit, children under two years of age fall into this category.
Only on the recommendation of a doctor and with extreme caution, the drug should be used for people suffering from impaired kidney and liver function, as well as those who have been diagnosed with cancerous tumors. With such problems, an antifungal medicine can be used only as an irregular therapy of fungal skin pathologies of an infectious nature.
Fungoterbin Neo is prescribed to people with circulatory disorders, metabolic disorders, and alcohol problems only when a positive result from its use exceeds the likely risks of complications. Such decisions should be made exclusively by a doctor.
Instructions for "Fungoterbin Neo"
Gel and cream are used only externally, it is strictly forbidden to take the drug inside. Before applying the drug to the skin, it should be properly prepared by thoroughly washing it with plain water and drying it. A small amount of the product must be gently rubbed in a circular motion, while not applying force. To increase the effectiveness of the procedures, you can use occlusive dressings.
In the treatment of diaper rash, provoked by pathogenic microorganisms that have fallen into the folds of the skin, it is very important to cover the area with a bandage that is lubricated with gel or cream. In this case, it is advisable to leave the product on the skin all night. The therapeutic course for each patient is selected individually, taking into account the severity of the pathology and the manifestations of the clinical picture.
- Dermatomycosis on the body - use the drug once a day, the course should last a week.
- Cutaneous candidiasis - up to 2 times a day, the duration of treatment can be 2 weeks.
- Multi-colored lichen - twice a day for two weeks.
- Dermatomycosis of the feet - once a day for a week.
- Nail fungus - rub into the nail plate 1-2 times a day, the therapeutic course - 2 weeks.
Side effects
It is extremely rare for people to experience negative symptoms such as burning and itching in areas that were lubricated with the use of Fungoterbine Neo. In some cases, side effects such as the progression of eczema, erythema, or pigmentation may occur. It is very important to differentiate such phenomena with an allergic reaction in the form of urticaria.
Typically, the intensity of such symptoms is weak, therefore, does not require refusal to use the drug. An exception is only patients with hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
Features of use
If the result from the use of the drug does not occur within a week, you should refuse the drug and undergo a second examination to clarify the diagnosis.
It is very important to prevent the cream or gel from getting on the mucous membranes. If a similar situation does occur, thoroughly rinse the affected area.
The use of the drug by pregnant women is possible only with the permission of the doctor, who will be able to correctly assess the situation.
Reviews on "Fungoterbine Neo"
According to the numerous responses of patients who have tested the effects of this drug, a decrease in the intensity of the manifestations of the clinical picture of the fungal infection is observed in the first days after the use of the drug. True, many also say that it is very important to complete the entire prescribed course of treatment, even if the unpleasant symptoms have already receded. Otherwise, the development of relapse of the disease is likely. Those who used the gel irregularly say that the pathology is quickly returning and even complicated by additional symptoms. This is one of the disadvantages of the drug.
Some patients claim that the drug does not bring any results at all for a week. True, according to doctors, in such cases it is appropriate to talk about the possibility of making the wrong diagnosis.
As for the advantages of the drug, according to reviews, it has a fairly high efficiency in the fight against fungal diseases of various pathogenesis. Adverse reactions from its use are extremely rare. In addition, the low cost is considered an important advantage of the “Fugnoterbin Neo”.