A pathogenic fungal microorganism can infect toenails when visiting a sauna, swimming pool, wearing someone else's shoes or socks, using pedicure tools that have not been disinfected.
The doctor makes a diagnosis based on a visual examination and the results of laboratory tests, after which he prescribes medication for toenail fungus. At the initial stage of the disease, external agents give a good effect - drops, creams, ointments, sprays and solutions.
In advanced situations, the therapy will be long and expensive - it will be necessary to use a set of drugs, including systemic pills.
Benefits of antifungal drops
The first of the drops' advantages was the convenience of their use. They are available in compact bottles with a dispenser, which allows you to accurately dispense nail care drops without resorting to other medical accessories. The stopper on the dispenser allows you to apply the product punctually, without wasting the medicine in vain. This makes this form of the drug cost-effective.
Safety is the second of the benefits of drops for treating nail fungus. The drops act on the surface layers of the nail, skin, without penetrating the blood.
This makes them safe to use, unlike toxic drugs that are taken orally. In addition, the drops on the nail are applied carefully, without touching the skin around and in the crease of the nail. This eliminates irritations and allergies.
The third of the main advantages of drugs for the fungus in the form of drops is their effectiveness. The drug is well absorbed, does not stain clothes, does not stain. Drops directly affect the focus of the disease, quickly dealing with the infection. Even an inexpensive antifungal drug can defeat advanced onychomycosis as part of a complex therapy, eliminating the need to remove the nail.
How fungus drops work
After identifying the causative agent of the disease, the doctor will tell you which toenail fungus drops will be most effective. Modern drugs act on the fungus in a complex way - in two directions at once:
- fungicide - destroys fungal spores and the fungi themselves;
- fungistatic - stops the reproduction of fungi at the cellular level.
Thanks to such a complex work of preparations, it is possible to choose the ideal treatment for the nails, there is no chance for fungi and bacteria to multiply on the nails. An additional effect of the drops is the removal of inflammation, the improvement of cell regeneration. When applied externally, the drop components accumulate on the nail plate in optimal concentration. The drug blocks the synthesis of ergosterols - compounds that form the basis of the cell membrane of fungal microorganisms. Due to this, the life process of fungi is interrupted, as a result, the pathogenic microflora dies.
As mentioned above, to achieve this result, nail fungus drops must be prescribed by a competent doctor. He will prescribe the necessary drugs, dosage and select the duration of the course of therapy.
Indications for the use of onychomycosis drops
Drops are prescribed for damage to the fingernails and toenails, with the manifestation of a fungus on the skin, signs of ringworm and pityriasis versicolor. Symptoms in which a dermatologist prescribes drops and other external preparations for fungi:
- irritation, peeling and redness of the skin between the fingers;
- the appearance of itching and burning in the foot, between the toes, near the nails;
- pain, signs of inflammation around the nail;
- the appearance of stripes, grooves and spots on the nail plate;
- change in nail color, its deformation, thickening, delamination.
The above signs signal a fungal infection. If you immediately consult a doctor, treatment will be inexpensive and you will be able to quickly get rid of problems. Onychomycosis refers to contagious diseases, it is not just a cosmetic discomfort, but a danger to the carrier of the disease and others.
In the advanced stages, the fungus leads to intoxication of the body, decreased immunity and complications. The problem will not solve itself; over time, the disease progresses without adequate therapy.
Contraindications for fungus drops
Any medication, including antifungal drops, has its own contraindications and side effects. You need to read the instructions before starting treatment. The main points that do not allow the use of eye drops are: individual intolerance to the drug, age up to 12 years, pregnancy and food, presence of wounds and suppuration. The use of drops can cause burning, itching, redness and scaling.
There are not as many contraindications for eye drops as there are for systemic antimycotics, however, the doctor must prescribe them.
Effective fungus drops
First, the nails affected by the fungus are steamed, cleaned, dried, and only after that the drops are applied.
The procedure is repeated twice a day, the course lasts up to six months (the period depends on the time of growth of a healthy nail). The drops can cause the skin to flake and itch, but you should not cancel the treatment.
Drops are prescribed at the initial stage of the disease and for the prevention of relapses.
Reviews on the use of drops note their cost-effectiveness and ease of use. There are few contraindications, side effects rarely occur. But the drops help to quickly neutralize the fungus, restore the beauty and health of the nail.
In advanced cases, drops are used as part of a complex therapy that includes pill taking, diet correction, hygiene procedures, medical pedicure, etc. The exact treatment regimen is selected by the physician individually for each patient.