Nailrox Nail Lacquer
Ciclopirox nail lacquer for fungal nail infections and athlete's foot. It is painted on like polish and penetrates the nail.
- Category
- Antifungals
- Active ingredient
- Ciclopirox
- Route
- Cutaneous use
- Form
- Nail Lacquer
- Strengths
- 8%
Supply requirements for Nailrox Nail Lacquer depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.
Nailrox Nail Lacquer details
- Conditions
- Onychomycosis · Tinea Pedis
- Alternative names
- ciclopirox
- Therapeutic class
- Hydroxypiridone Antifungal
- Pharmacological class
- Topical Antifungal
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to ciclopirox
- Minor side effects
- local application site irritation; skin redness
- Moderate side effects
- mild burning; skin peeling; nail shape changes
- Serious side effects
- severe localised hypersensitivity, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Nail Lacquer
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Manufacturer
- Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Onset Time
- 1–3 months
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over twelve years and adults.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Minimal absorption. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
Patient summary
Ciclopirox nail lacquer for fungal nail infections and athlete's foot. It is painted on like polish and penetrates the nail.
Mechanism of action
Penetrates the nail plate to deplete amino acid transport in target fungi, causing immediate cell wall disruption.