Formidron from nail fungus: reviews, instructions for use

Treatment of onychomycosis is a difficult task, which usually includes conservative and traditional methods. One of the effective drugs for nail fungus is Formidron.

Composition, release form and price

The drug is sold from pharmacies in dark glass containers with a volume of 100 ml. The drug has a pungent odor and a transparent liquid consistency.

Formidron's active ingredient is formaldehyde. It is a gaseous component with pronounced tanning and antibacterial properties. Thanks to him, the remedy successfully fights against various pathogenic microorganisms, including the causative agents of mycosis.

The rubbing alcohol and water present in the composition are required to dissolve formaldehyde. That is, they are auxiliary components.

In online pharmacies, Formidron is bought at a cost of 30 rubles per bottle of 100 ml in Russia and 14 hryvnia in Ukraine.

Operating principle

Formidron is an alcoholic solution recommended for topical use. The tool is often recommended to be used after the complex treatment of mycoses, since it is effective at the initial stage of the disease and as a prophylactic agent.

Instructions for use for nail fungus

Before starting treatment, you need to prepare your legs. This will help a hot bath with the addition of a small amount of baking soda and laundry soap. Dry the feet, cut or remove the softened tissue of the nail roller with a pumice stone.

The prepared areas with onychomycosis, according to the instructions for use, should be treated with a cotton pad soaked in Formidron solution. After 30 minutes, the feet are washed under running water. To improve the therapeutic effect, after treatment with this drug, it is recommended to additionally apply any antifungal ointment.

Treatment procedures should be applied once a day for 2-3 weeks. You can continue them for some time, much depends on the severity of the pathological process.

Treatment recommendations

It is important to remember that formaldehyde is highly toxic and can accumulate in the body, poisoning it. Therefore, the use of the medication must be approached with caution.

When working with the drug, it is important to wear medical gloves and a respiratory mask to protect the skin and respiratory tract. Additionally, you should consult a dermatologist regarding the correct method of treatment with Formidron.

Use for prevention

The drug is used not only for the treatment of mycotic infections, but also with a preventive purpose.

Formidron fights excessive sweating, which favors the development of onychomycosis. The drug is recommended to treat both the nail plates of the fingers and toes, as well as and wardrobe items - towels and hosiery, if a fungus is found in the family.

Disinfection of shoes

There is a simple method for disinfecting shoes with this medication.

Soak a gauze cloth in a Formidron solution and treat the shoes from the inside of the fungus. After that, you must place it in a plastic bag for 48 hours. Then the disinfected shoes are ventilated in the fresh air.

Use in children, pregnant and lactating

Due to the increased toxicity, Formidron is prohibited for the treatment of children under the age of 16 and in women during pregnancy and breastfeeding. In these cases, it is necessary to pay attention to other, safer agents with a fungicidal effect.

Contraindications and side effects

Subject to the rules of the instructions for use, undesirable reactions to Formidron appear extremely rarely. An exception is an allergy to the drug. In this case, itching, burning and rashes on the skin develop.

If you experience any side symptoms, you should immediately rinse the drug from the treated areas with plenty of running water and consult a specialist.

Formidron is contraindicated in children under 16 years of age, pregnant and lactating women.

Advantages and disadvantages

The benefits of the drug include:

• affordable cost;
• dispensing of medication without a doctor's prescription;
• ease of use;
• high efficiency in the early stages of onychomycosis.

The disadvantages of Formidron are the toxicity of the drug and the risk of side effects in the form of an allergic reaction.

Analogs

Formidron does not have structural substitutes that repeat the composition of the drug. But drugs with a similar mechanism of action do exist. Let's list them.

FORMAGEL. It is based on formaldehyde, methylcellulose and distilled water. The drug effectively suppresses the vital activity of pathogens, including pathogens of onychomycosis. Formagel's price for 15 ml is 200 rubles in Russia and 180 hryvnia in Ukraine.

FORMALIN. The drug is available in the form of a clear solution with a pronounced odor. It contains formaldehyde, methyl alcohol and distilled water. The drug is used as an antibacterial and fungicidal agent in the fight against nail fungus. Formalin is used to treat the inside of a shoe. You can buy the drug by prior request at a pharmacy at a price of 40 rubles in Russia and 13 hryvnia in Ukraine.

PASTA TEYMUROVA. Another analogue of formaldehyde. It copes well with fungal infection at an early stage. The composition of the drug includes a large list of components and, for convenience, we will consider them in the following table.

Active ingredients	Description
BORIC ACID	A powerful antiseptic, effective against many fungal infections.
SALICYLIC ACID	Anti-inflammatory agent with bactericidal properties.
ZINC OXIDE	The substance dries and disinfects nails and skin from the causative agents of onychomycosis.
LEAD	Possesses fungicidal action.
FORMALDEHYDE	In this drug it works as an antifungal component.
GLYCEROL	Protects the skin from dehydration, nourishes it.
MINT OIL	Refreshes and removes unpleasant sweat odor.

The price of Teymurov's pasta is 60 rubles in Russia and 17 hryvnia in Ukraine.

All analogs of Formidron have a similar mechanism of fighting the causative agents of onychomycosis and an affordable cost.

Interaction with other medications

This drug is allowed to be used in combination with various agents. In this case, no additional negative reactions to such pharmacological interactions usually arise. The only limitation is glucocorticosteroid (hormonal) drugs of a local nature. In this case, it is recommended to consult your doctor.

Reviews

Valeria, 33 years old. “I have always disliked the smell of my feet, especially my shoes. Too late I found out that this is a fungal infection and should be treated as soon as possible. Mom advised Formidron - not a new and not advertised, but effective drug. I applied it once a day on my feet, and after 30 minutes I washed off the product with water. During the treatment, discomfort in the form of redness and burning sensation often appeared. After about a month, I stopped treatment because I no longer needed it - the drug coped with its task. "

Masha, 24 years old. “I use Formidron once a week to prevent nail fungus, as I often go to the pool. It perfectly fights against unpleasant odor and excessive sweating of the feet, it can be used to disinfect shoes. The drug has never let me down. "

Olga Vladimirovna Konysheva, dermatologist. “Formidron is a remedy that stabilizes the activity of the sweat glands and kills the fungal flora, therefore it is suitable for both the treatment and prevention of onychomycosis. But, for all its well-being, the drug requires strict adherence to instructions for use and a responsible approach due to its low toxicity. "

At the first symptoms of onychomycosis, it is recommended to immediately consult a doctor. In this case, there are good chances to avoid long and expensive treatment, and to use the affordable and effective formidron drug.