Mikoderil: price, reviews, instructions for use

For the treatment of nail fungus, many effective drugs have been created, and one of them is Mikoderil, which was developed by analogy with the popular imported drug Exoderil. We offer you to learn about the features of its use in onychomycosis.

Composition, release form and price

The active ingredient of Mikoderil is naftifine hydrochloride. The drug is produced in Russia by the "PHARMSTANDART" company. Available in two forms:

• Cream. The concentration of the active substance is 1%. Has a homogeneous substance. Packaged in tubes of 15 g. The price in Russia is 362 rubles, in Ukraine - from 170 hryvnia.
• Solution. External remedy. Contains 1% of active ingredient. Packaged in 10 and 20 ml vials. The drug in liquid form has a pronounced smell of alcohol. Buy drops The cost of the product in Russian pharmacies is 468 rubles. for 10 ml and 756 rubles. for 20 ml, in Ukrainian - 280 hryvnia.

Let's talk about the composition of the drug in more detail in the table.

Release form	List of Included Components
CREAM 1%	Naftifine hydrochloride 10 mg; Sorbitan stearate 19 mg; Cetyl palmitate 20 mg; Polysorbate 60 mg; Isopropyl myristate 80 mg.
SOLUTION 1%	Naftifine hydrochloride 10 mg; Purified water 1 ml; Propylene glycol 50 mg; Ethanol 400 mg.

Operating principle

In addition, Mikoderil has a symptomatic effect, quickly removing the inflammatory process in the focus of infection, eliminating itching, swelling and other signs of onychomycosis.

The principle of the pharmacological action of all forms of drug release is based on antibacterial, antimicrobial and fungistatic mechanisms. This effect is achieved through the ability of Micoderil to inhibit the production of ergosterol by cells of pathogenic microorganisms and simultaneously produce squalene, which leads to the mass death of all known species of fungi and their mycospores.

Indications

The drug can be used to treat various mycotic lesions of the skin and nails. Consider the main conditions in which the use of Micoderil is recommended:

• pityriasis versicolor;
• interdigital mycoses;
• dermal candidiasis;
• fungus of the skin and nails.

Instructions for use

It is recommended to use Mikoderil for onychomycosis in combination with other medications and folk remedies. A comprehensive solution to the problem guarantees high chances of recovery. If the pathological process has led to damage not only to the nail plate, but also to the skin of the feet, Mikoderil cream must be combined with the use of the solution of the same name.

The active components of the liquid form of the drug penetrate deeply into infected tissues, destroying pathogens of onychomycosis inside, and the cream stops the reproduction and spread of fungal microflora outside. The duration of use of Micoderil depends on the specific clinical situation. Consider the features of using the drug in the table.

Release form	Instructions
CREAM	The medicine is applied to pre-prepared nail plates with the capture of the infected area and 1 cm of tissue near it. The procedure is carried out 2 times a day until a healthy nail grows back. After the disappearance of the symptoms of the pathology, the agent must be used for another 14 days with a prophylactic purpose in order to avoid a recurrence of the infection.
SOLUTION	Like the previous form of Mikoderil, the solution is recommended to be applied to the foci of onychomycosis 2 times a day. The course of treatment depends on the stage of the disease, but its duration should not exceed 6 months.

Before using Micoderil, the treatment area - the nail plates should be prepared accordingly. The feet or hands are dipped in a hot bath with the addition of softening components (household soap, salt or soda) for steaming and subsequent cleansing from flaking and affected by onychomycosis fabrics.

The effectiveness of the drug in the advanced stage of onychomycosis

Local medicines, regardless of the pharmacological composition, cannot cope with an old infection. Their method of application should be combined with systemic antimycotics that work in the body from the inside. Only an integrated approach guarantees a solution to the problem of advanced onychomycosis.

Use for children, pregnant women, lactating

Mikoderil, however, like other drugs based on naftifine hydrochloride, are contraindicated in women during pregnancy and lactation. Also, a similar restriction applies to children under the age of 18.

This is due to the unexplored effect of the active ingredient of the drug on the patient's body in these cases.

Side effects, contraindications

Before starting the treatment of onychomycosis with a cream or a solution of Mikoderil, the patient should be aware of the adverse reactions that the drug can provoke. So, the use of the drug sometimes causes the following symptoms:

• burning;
• dryness;
• hyperemia;
• swelling.

As a rule, all of the listed signs of trouble pass on their own within a short time, and, in this case, their appearance should not serve as an indication for discontinuation of the medication. In the opposite situation, if the symptomatology increases and is aggravated by additional problems, it is important to refuse further use of Micoderil for therapeutic purposes, since, most likely, we are talking about an allergic reactions.

The drug is not recommended for use in the following cases:

• individual hypersensitivity to the individual components of Micoderil;
• pregnancy, breastfeeding;
• open wound surfaces of any nature;
• children under 18 years of age.

special instructions

Let's list what you need to pay attention to when using the drug:

• Micoderil is not prescribed in the treatment of ophthalmic diseases.
• Treatment with a medication should be carried out strictly according to the instructions in the recommended courses.
• Micoderil should be applied carefully, without contact with open wounds and mucous membranes of the eyes and mouth.

• Interaction of the drug with other pharmacological drugs has not been identified.
• It is undesirable to apply bandages and compresses over the application of the medication in order to enhance its therapeutic effect - this is not necessary.

Micoderil solution or cream - which is better?

Both preparations contain the same active ingredient, but a different principle of activity against the nail fungus.

A solution is, in fact, a liquid, which, due to its form of release, easily penetrates into the deep layers of the skin and nails, where it destroys pathogenic microflora. The drug is easily applied to the foci of onychomycosis using a dropper bottle, covering the plate like a medicinal varnish.

The cream has a denser structure, therefore it is more difficult to be absorbed into tissues, remaining mainly on the surface. It is here that it destroys fungal spores, preventing them from multiplying and spreading to healthy areas of the body.

Micoderil or Exoderil, which is more effective?

Both medicines contain one active ingredient - naftifine hydrochloride. That is, the principle of operation of the drugs is identical, as are the possible side effects, and the list of contraindications.

Analogues and their prices

We list what drugs can replace Mikoderil in the treatment of nail fungus.

Estesifin. Antimycotic agent based on naphthyfine hydrochloride. It is produced in the form of a solution for topical application in 15 ml vials. The cost of the drug in Russia is from 300 rubles, in Ukraine - from 85 hryvnia.

Terbizil. The active ingredient is terbinafine hydrochloride. Available in the form of ointments and tablets. Effectively fights all types of mushrooms. The price in Russian pharmacies starts from 290 rubles, in Ukrainian - from 150 hryvnia.

Nitrofungin Neo. A drug based on tridecanamine undecylenate. It is produced in the form of a solution in 15 ml vials. This analogue of Mikoderil actively fights against all types of pathogens of onychomycosis. In Russia, you can buy a medicine at a price of 240 rubles, in Ukraine - from 68 hryvnia.

Of course, there are cheap substitutes for Mikoderil, for example, all the drugs listed above will cost the buyer less. But it is necessary to understand that they contain various active components, therefore, the use of these funds should be discussed with the attending physician.

Reviews

Experts consider Mikoderil to be a good antifungal medicine, since it has a wide spectrum of action. The drug is often prescribed, since it rarely causes side effects and has practically no strict contraindications, except for pregnancy, breastfeeding and childhood. We invite you to find out what patients think about this drug.

Anna, 28 years old. “The doctor prescribed Exoderil drops, but they were not in the pharmacy, and I was offered their cheap analogue - Micoderil. The price pleased me, and then the effect was pleasantly surprised. In 2 months we managed to get rid of the nail fungus. The drug was used according to the scheme 2 times a day. "

Maria, 36 years old. “A bottle of Micoderil lasts about a month of regular use. To cure the fungus, I needed 5 packs of medication. In the first weeks of use, the unpleasant odor disappeared, the nails stopped crumbling, even their healthy color was outlined, but then the process recovery seemed to be depressed - I had to additionally purchase medications in the form of pills, since without them, according to the doctor, with an infection can't cope. I drank a course of Terbinafine and treated the foci of mycosis with Micoderil, only after that the disease went away in full. In general, the drug is good, but sometimes its action is not enough. "

Lisa, 26 years old. “I caught the fungus after a pedicure service in a beauty salon. After about a month, the nails turned yellow and began to exfoliate. The dermatologist wrote out a scheme from a solution of Micoderil and Batrafen's varnish. First, you need to apply the first drug to the infected areas, and then, after complete absorption, cover it with a second medication. In general, I used the drugs for a month and a half until the signs of the pathological process disappeared, then for several weeks I used them according to the same principle with a preventive purpose. "

Ivan, 38 years old. “A cream with the name Mikoderil was advised by a pharmacist, since there was absolutely no time to go to the doctor. The nail in my case was badly destroyed on the big toes of both feet, and partially on the nearby indexes. After reading the instructions for the drug, I applied it twice a day for several months. During this time, the plates ceased to crumble, the unhealthy yellowness disappeared, and most importantly, the unpleasant symptoms of itching and burning that had been pursuing in recent years disappeared. At the moment, I have been using the cream for 3 months, the improvements are significant, but the treatment still needs to be continued, so it is too early to refuse to use the product. Recommend".

Onychomycosis is an unpleasant pathology, which is accompanied not only by external defects in the nail plates and skin, but also by physical discomfort. According to numerous reviews, Mikoderil solution and cream really help to cope with a fungal infection, but doctors strongly advise against resorting to self-prescription of the drug. If there is a problem of onychomycosis, you need to see a specialist.