For fungal infections and onychomycosis, which are invariably accompanied by itching and burning, doctors often prescribe Bifosin spray. This drug is able to enhance local immunity, destroy pathogens and stop other unpleasant manifestations of the disease.
Description
Spray "Bifosin" belongs to the category of antifungal medications and is intended for external use. The main active ingredient of this medicine is bifonazole, which is active against fungal pathogens. Thanks to its influence, the cells of pathogenic microorganisms are destroyed and the person gradually recovers.
The preparation is in the form of a spray. The product is available in polymer bottles, with a volume of 20 ml, with a special spray. The medicine itself is a practically colorless or slightly tinted yellowish liquid.
The concentration of bifonazole in each milliliter of the drug reaches 10 mg. In addition, the composition includes auxiliary ingredients:
- propylene glycol;
- macrogol;
- isopropanol.
Pharmacological properties
The main active substance of the spray has fungicidal activity against dermatophytes, molds and yeast-like fungi. Bifonazole affects cocci and gram-positive microorganisms. The mechanism of action of the drug is based on the inhibition of the production of ergosterol - an element of the fungal membrane.
To achieve the necessary concentration and rapid destruction of pathogenic microflora, a six-hour exposure to bifonazole is required. On the skin, the medicine remains for 36-48 hours.
Indications
According to the instructions, the spray "Bifosin" should be used to treat fungus. The following symptoms and diseases are considered indications for the use of the drug:
- pityriasis versicolor;
- onychomycosis - nail fungus;
- defeat of the dermis, provoked by yeast, mold or dermatophytes;
- erythrasma;
- superficial candidiasis of the skin;
- mycosis of the foot or hands;
- dermatomycosis of the scalp;
- dermatomycosis of smooth areas of the skin.
It is proved that the spray "Bifosin" helps get rid of fungal infections in various parts of the body. It destroys pathogens that provoked candidiasis, erythrasma, dermatomycosis, mycosis and pityriasis versicolor.
In addition, the spray "Bifosin" also allows you to get rid of nail fungus on the legs and arms. It is used to remove a damaged plate. And after cutting off a dead nail, the course of therapy with the drug continues until a new one grows.
Instructions for use
Spray "Bifosin" is considered a very effective tool in the treatment of fungal infections. This is confirmed by the reviews of doctors and patients who claim that the drug helped them cope with the pathology as quickly and efficiently as possible. To achieve this result, only one thing is important - follow the instructions and instructions of a specialist exactly.
There are a number of rules that must be observed:
- apply the spray from the fungus "Bifosin" should be once a day - before bedtime;
- therapy should not be interrupted, otherwise, a relapse of the infection will certainly happen;
- on average, the duration of the course of treatment for foot mycoses is a month, superficial candidiasis - 2-3 weeks;
- dermatomycoses are treated for about 2-3 weeks, pityriasis versicolor and erythrasma - 10-14 days, pathology of the scalp - about a month;
- even after the disappearance of all unpleasant symptoms, the spray should be used for another 2 weeks for prevention.
"Bifosin" must be sprayed onto damaged skin in such a dosage that the funds are sufficient to thoroughly moisturize the skin. The drug should be lightly rubbed in a circular motion. According to the instructions, in addition to damaged skin, the spray must be applied to healthy nearby tissues, capturing about a centimeter.
Application features
The instructions for the drug indicate some rules that everyone who decides to use the medicine should know:
- if the effect of the drug is almost imperceptible or completely absent, the patient should undergo a second diagnosis and consult a doctor to adjust therapy;
- it is necessary to avoid getting the spray on the mucous membranes, especially in the eyes;
- apply the medicine to treat young children and, especially, infants can only be under the supervision of a doctor;
- the drug can be safely used before driving vehicles and other mechanisms, since it does not lead to weakening reflexes and concentration;
- according to numerous studies, the spray does not adversely affect a woman and a child during pregnancy, but in the first trimester it can be used only under the strict supervision of a specialist;
- during the use of the drug should stop breastfeeding.
Side effects
An overdose of the drug is almost impossible, since its ingredients enter the blood circulation in minimal quantities. The reversible side effects of the drug, which always disappear after abandoning it, include the following symptoms:
- allergic manifestations in the form of local itching, redness and rash;
- swelling, hyperemia and irritation of the epidermis;
- a burning sensation;
- vesicular rash;
- peeling of the skin;
- eczema;
- maceration;
- extremely rare allergic contact dermatitis.
Contraindications
Extremely carefully use the spray "Bifosin" should be in the first trimester of pregnancy and in the treatment of children up to a year. The main contraindications for the use of the medicine, according to the instructions, are individual intolerance to the components and the period of breastfeeding. It is strictly forbidden to apply the drug to the mucous membranes and take orally.
Analogs
Identical drugs are those that have the same active substance as Bifosin, in the appropriate dosage. In addition, you can replace the medicine with medicines that are similar in pharmacological properties, but have a completely different composition. It will be useful to familiarize yourself with the list of these drugs to all those who, for whatever reason, are not suitable for the Bifosin spray. Drug analogues include:
- Mikospor;
- "Biphon";
- "Ketoconazole";
- "Riodoxol";
- Oronazole;
- Nystatin
- "Bifasan";
- "Mykozon";
- "Orungamine";
- Lamicon.
In any pharmacy, the drug is dispensed without a special prescription. Its cost ranges from 130-160 rubles per bottle of 20 ml.
Reviews
Spray "Bifosin" is deservedly considered an effective tool in the fight against fungal skin lesions in different parts of the body. This is evidenced by the huge number of positive reviews belonging to satisfied patients. Many users managed to get rid of the terrifying symptoms of dermatomycosis, pityriasis versicolor and nail fungus with this spray. True, most patients claim that to achieve a truly quick and good result is possible only with a continuous course of treatment and following all the doctor’s instructions. For example, in no case should you refuse to use the drug immediately after the appearance of positive dynamics. It is very important to bring the course of therapy to the very end.
An important advantage of the drug is its affordable cost and a minimum list of contraindications. After all, this tool can be safely used to treat children and pregnant women.
Patients say that side effects from using Bifosin Spray are extremely rare. Most often, users complain of mild itching in the treated area.