Curanail (Amorolfine) 5% Nail Lacquer
Overview
Curanail is a nail lacquer applied topically to nails infected by fungus. The active ingredient is Amorolfine a prescription strength antifungal agent that is available from licenced pharmacists in person or online. The same drug is also marketed under the brand name Loceryl.
Tests indicate a high success rate for the treatment of finger nail and toe nail infections after six months of treatment. The highest success rates are for mild and moderate infections.
Curanail nail lacquer is applied once a week to the affected nail. Some users prefer the lower time commitment required in a weekly treatment compared with the daily, or even twice daily, applications required by other topical treatments for nail fungus. It is suggested that users discuss progress with their pharmacist every 3 months.
As with all medications read the information provided with the product carefully and discuss Curnail with a health care professional.
Application for nail fungus infections
Curanail is applied once a week. Amorolfine, the active ingredient in the nail lacquer, is retained in the nail bed for up to 7 days.
Effort must be taken to apply Curanail Nail Lacquer over the entire nail covering all affected parts completely. Before application the nail should be completely clean.
Pros and cons of how Curanail works to treat nail fungus infections
Pros:
- Amorolfine is a known anti-fungal agent.
- Users may find the weekly application routine easier to stick to than daily treatments.
Cons:
- At least six months of treatment normally required and it may take longer than that for the healthy nail to grow through.
- A review of treatment with a pharmacist is recommended every 3 months.
- Side effects such as a burning sensation in the skin around the nails and allergic reactions have been reported, but these are rare.
Purchasing Curanail
Curanail is an Amorolfine nail lacquer that is marketed in the UK and elsewhere in Europe. The same treatment is also available under the brand name Loceryl (in Australia and Canada). US users can purchase Loceryl via an online licenced pharmacy in Canada.
- The price range for Curanail falls between US$200 and $300 per bottle.
- Visit the official website for Curanail.
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Information on this site is intended to be used for informational purposes only. It is not intended as professional medical advice and should not be used to substitute for a doctor's recommendation. You should not use the information on this site for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease or for choosing any medication. Any individual who develops a fungal infection should consult a licensed physician for proper diagnosis and treatment. Please read our Disclaimer.
