To get fungus in a public place is quite simple, but to get rid of the disease, you need to spend a lot of time and money. One of the popular antifungal agents is Exoderil, which is available in the form of a solution, spray, varnish and ointment. However, not every patient can afford to buy an expensive medicine. On the recommendation of a specialist, you can choose a cheaper analogue of Exoderil with a similar active substance or a similar therapeutic effect.
"Exoderil": what is the drug?
For the treatment of fungal infections at the local level, there is a huge amount of medications imported and domestically produced. On the positive side, the Austrian drug of the pharmaceutical company Sandoz GmbH, Exoderil, has proven itself (cost - about 570 rubles). The manufacturer took into account the features of the treatment of nail plate fungus and offers to purchase an effective tool in the form of a solution (drops).
To find a cheap analogue of "Exoderil" in the same form of release is quite possible. The price will vary depending on the country of manufacture of the drug. The main active ingredient in the Austrian medicine is naftifine hydrochloride - a substance that belongs to the group of allylamines. 1 ml of the solution contains 10 mg of the active substance and auxiliary components: ethanol, propylene glycol and purified water.
Indications for appointment
Use for the treatment of the fungus "Exoderil" or analogues of the drug should only be prescribed by a specialist. The medicine is effective in the following cases:
- Onychomycosis (nail fungus).
- Candidiasis.
- Pityriasis versicolor.
- Various mycoses that are complicated by a secondary infection.
- Trichophytosis.
- Epidermophytosis of the feet, skin folds.
- Fungus of the external auditory meatus.
Choosing an analog of Exoderil (in drops or another form), the indications for using the medicine should be taken into account and the instructions for use should be observed. Some antifungal drugs have a wider spectrum of action or, conversely, will not be able to influence a certain type of pathology.
How to choose a cheap analog of Exoderil?
The Austrian remedy is a fairly expensive drug and therefore is not available for most patients in need of antifungal therapy. At the pharmacy counter you can find cheaper substitutes that will not be inferior in effectiveness to the original drug.
First of all, you should pay attention to the composition of the drug. The same active substance (naftifine hydrochloride) is contained in several products in addition to the Exoderil solution. An analogue (Russian) from a more affordable price category is Mikoderil. Also, the drug can be replaced with the following antifungal drugs:
- "Naftifin";
- "Fungoterbin";
- "Fetimin";
- Lamisil
- "Terbinafine";
- "Clotrimazole";
- "Mikospor";
- "Nitrofungin";
- "Bifosin";
- "Batrafen";
- "Terbizil";
- “Oflomil”;
- Terbyx.
You need to select an analogue with the help of your doctor, who can take into account the severity of the pathological condition, the presence of contraindications and the sensitivity of the fungus to the active components of the drug.
Mikoderil - cheap and effective!
The antifungal drug Mikoderil is available in the form of a solution, which allows the active component (naphthyne) to penetrate the nail plate and fight against pathogenic microorganisms more productively. In addition, the analogue of Exoderil (solution) has a wide spectrum of action and is active against many pathogens, gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, which can provoke the development of a secondary infection.
According to the instructions, "Mycoderil" is able to get rid of onychomycosis in 6 months. The solution is applied to the affected nail at least 2 times a day. It is recommended to remove the affected plate with scissors and a nail file as much as possible. Do not stop using drops until a healthy nail has completely grown.
The cost of a small bottle (10 ml) ranges from 270-350 rubles. You can also purchase a larger volume of the drug - 200 ml - for 620-680 rubles.
Antifungal agent "Terbinafine"
Means for treating the fungus "Terbinafine" is available in various forms (spray, ointment, tablets, cream) and has the same active ingredient in the composition. Auxiliary components are slightly different depending on the form of the drug. "Terbinafine" is a cheap analogue of "Exoderil" and can effectively eliminate pathogens that affect the skin, nails and hair.
The most effective is therapy, in which several forms of the drug are simultaneously used. It can be a spray for external application and tablets. Thus, a double blow is applied to the fungal pathogens. The drug can be used to treat children older than 3 years. The cost of Terbinafin spray is 150-180 rubles. for 20 ml. Ointment will cost the patient 80-100 rubles.
Mikospor
For external treatment of the fungus, Mikospor is often used, the active substance of which is bifonazole. The drug is effective against many types of mushrooms and is prescribed for the following ailments:
- Multi-colored lichen.
- Fungal infection of the hands, feet.
- Onychomycosis.
- Erythrasma
- Dermatophia of smooth skin and inguinal zone.
- Hyperhidrosis of the feet.
The relatively inexpensive analogue of Exoderil in drops is also available in other forms: ointment, cream, powder. The cost of "Mikospor" - from 320 rubles. Depending on the location of the fungal infection, you can choose the most convenient form for the use of the drug.
What do patients say?
The Austrian original tool deserved a variety of reviews. Most patients were satisfied with the result of treatment and confirm the effectiveness of the drug against fungal pathogens. At the same time, some patients note a complete lack of therapeutic effect of Exoderil.
Analogs reviews also receive positive and negative. Experts recommend that you do not self-medicate and seek medical help in a timely manner if symptoms of fungal infection are detected.