Loceryl medication is an effective method to combat mycoses

Nail fungus? Loceryl is a medicine in nail polish form that may be the secret to saving fungus.

The subject of this post is something that can happen to anyone. Mycoses, as everyone knows, don’t choose faces, they simply arrive and take over the nails. However, there is a little secret to combat this problem without too much headache: Loceryl, a medicine that is a true “holy medicine”.

Even though it is commonplace, there are still many doubts regarding the subject. Therefore, we will try to answer at least the most common questions on the subject.

And why not start by explaining what mycoses are? Basically, they are a disease that most often occurs in the nails. It is treatable, but you must follow the doctor’s instructions exactly. And this is because the cause of it, fungi, can become resistant to medications.

Now, talking about these fungi, they grow by feeding on the nails and also the outer layers of the skin. Therefore, they cause damage above and below the nails.

They can also spread throughout the nail, as well as contaminating socks and shoes. In fact, this is why it infects other nails and the skin of other fingers and can also infect other people.

Consequently, attracting ringworm is quite easy too. In other words, just walk barefoot on the beach, go to public swimming pools, leave your nails exposed to humidity for a long time, share manicure materials or even dry your hands on the same towel as other people.

What is Loceryl?

As already mentioned, Loceryl is a therapeutic compound that treats mycoses. Its base is amorolfine hydrochloride and can be found in two forms: as a nail polish and as a cream.

Basically, the cream version is indicated to treat skin mycoses caused by filamentous fungi or also cutaneous candidiasis. Now, nail polish is used to treat nail fungus.

The medicine has already been approved and recommended by many experts in the field. However, for it to be an effective treatment, it is recommended to follow the instructions on the leaflet or from the specialist. For example, file your nails as much as possible, until it reaches the fungus, if the fungus is on the nails.

An important detail to know is that treatment with Loceryl can be a little time-consuming. For example, it lasts 3 to 6 months for fingernails, and 12 to 18 months for toenails. However, when applying the medicine to the nails, it prevents the emergence of new fungi.

Pros and cons of the medicine

The good side

• The only topical treatment capable of penetrating the nail layers.
• It is the most recommended medicine by dermatologists in Brazil.
• Amorolfine only requires once weekly application, and also allows the nail to be painted with cosmetic nail polish without compromising the action of the medication.
• It even penetrates the nail to reach the site of infection.
• Eliminates fungi in, around and under the nail.
• It has the power to eliminate it for 7 days with just one weekly application.
• Prevents fungi from spreading between the nails.
• Amorolfine, which is the substance in Loceryl, quickly penetrates the nail after topical application.
• Therefore, the peak absorption of amorolfine through the nail occurs between 5 and 25 hours after topical application.

The not so good side

• It takes time to cure, 6 months maximum for fingernails. While toenails take around 9 to 12 months.
• You cannot stop treatment before the nail has regenerated and the affected areas have healed. If you interrupt, there is a risk of it coming back stronger next time.
• It cannot be used by pregnant women without medical advice.
• Do not use in children unless prescribed by a doctor.
• In some rare cases, skin irritation, erythema, which is a reddish color to the skin, itching, and a burning sensation on the skin may occur.
• However, other allergic reactions may also occur, such as nails becoming fragile and brittle or even changing color. However, these reactions may have been caused by onychomycosis, mycosis itself.

Who can use Loceryl?

As soon as you notice that something is wrong with your nails, such as yellow, white or greenish scratches or spots, detachment of the nail from the nail bed, a fragile and brittle appearance or inflamed fingers, it is essential to consult a podiatrist or dermatologist.

Therefore, they will assess the severity of the mycosis and find a way to control it for you, in addition to requesting a laboratory test to find out what type of fungus it is.

The medicine is not recommended for pregnant women and children before consulting a doctor.

How much does it cost?

Loceryl can be found for R$40.00 and R$90.00. However, it depends on the quantity in the pot, and whether it is cream or enamel. However, generic ones can be found in the range of R$20.00 per enamel model.

We, at Área de Mulher, aim to always better inform our readers. Therefore, we recommend this further reading: Ingrown toenail, how to know if it is ingrown and how to get rid of it?

Sources: Loceryl, Very chic, Consult medicines, Vibra saúde, Blog.farma delivery, Toda current

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