Ointment from the fungus between the fingers

Such trouble, as a fungal infection, often proceeds almost asymptomatically. The only signs of fungal infection can be itching and an unpleasant odor. Fungus on legs can appear with weak immunity, with improperly selected shoes, with frequent visits to public baths, saunas, swimming pools without appropriate shoes. Is there an ointment from the fungus between the fingers?

Interdigital gaps are a frequent site of infection. Often the discomfort is felt in these places. Treatment of such areas with drug solutions is not always successful, since the liquid consistency of the drug reduces the period of action of the active ingredients. Another thing - ointment. The thick mass remains on the skin for a long time, continuing its healing effect for a long time after the application of the preparation.

Next, we will make a brief overview of the most common and effective ointments from the fungus between the fingers.

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Indications of the ointments from the fungus between the fingers

Ointments from the fungus between the fingers are prescribed:

• when the skin is peeling in the folds between the fingers;
• when cracks appear in the interdigital spaces;
• with pain and itching sensation in the interdigital spaces;
• with excessive sweating of feet;
• when seals appear on the finger pads;
• with a structural change in the nail plate (foliation, spots, voids).

Ointments from the fungus can be used already at the initial stage of fungal attack. However, it is far from always possible to recognize the disease in advance: often the first symptoms of the disease are hidden, and only occur when the infection begins to progress.

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Release form

Such a release form, as an ointment from the fungus between the fingers, can contain the following active ingredients:

• Clotrimazole is a topically active substance, an imidazole derivative;
• terbinafine - an antifungal agent of the allylamines group;
• Ketoconazole - fungicidal and fungistatic agent, imidazole derivative;
• Naphthyfin is an external antifungal agent of the class of allylamines;
• salicylic acid - a drug that affects fungal spores;
• zinc oxide - a substance with moderate antifungal activity;
• Nystatin is an antifungal antibiotic that acts against a candida infection;
• levorin - polyene antifungal antibiotic;
• amphotericin - polyene macrocyclic antibiotic with antifungal action;
• econazole - an antifungal agent, an imidazole derivative and a triazole;
• miconazole antifungal agent, an imidazole derivative and a triazole.

Ointment is very convenient to use, it is easy to apply, it does not drain and is absorbed gradually, allowing active ingredients to act long and stably.

Names of ointments from the fungus between the fingers

• Lamisil 1% drug based on terbinafine - a substance that has a harmful effect on fungi found on the skin and nails.
• Canison - ointment based on clotrimazole, which destroys fungal cells;
• Mycosorp is an active drug, often used to get rid of dermatophytes, molds and yeast-like fungi;
• Exoderyl is a very common ointment that affects dermatophytes and yeast-like fungi;
• Mikozan - ointment with ketoconazole, which contributes to the destruction of structural cells of the fungus;
• Nizoral is a well-known ointment, which, nevertheless, can not be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding;
• Terbiks - ointment based on terbinafine - a substance that destroys the fungus;
• Binafin - antifungal ointment of a wide range of activity;
• Terbizil - an antifungal ointment based on terbinafine;
• Myconorm is an antifungal agent with terbinafine.

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Pharmacodynamics

Usually antifungal ointments do not act on one kind of fungus, but have an extensive antifungal spectrum. So, ointments can destroy or slow down the development of dermatophytes (trichophytons rumbum, mentagrophyte, verucosum, violaceum), yeast and dimorphic fungi (candida).

Ointments act only on the outer skin, showing a fungicidal or (and) fungistatic effect, depending on the drug and on the type of fungal infection.

In most cases, the active ingredients of ointments disrupt the cell membrane of the fungus, which leads to its death, or block the initial stage of biological production of sterols in fungal cells.

The degree of exposure of the ointment to fungal infection also depends on the concentration of the active ingredient in the preparation: the ointment can inhibit the reproduction of fungi, or completely destroy them.

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Pharmacokinetics

With external use, the absorption of the active ingredients of ointments can not be more than 5%, which indicates a slight systemic effect of such antifungal agents.

Ointments from the fungus between the fingers may have a cumulative effect, with resistance to the active ingredients developing rarely. For example, after a week of using ointments with terbinafine, the effect of the drugs may persist for a week after the last use of the ointment.

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Dosing and administration

As a rule, ointments from the fungus between the fingers are used 1-2 times a day, depending on the specific indications.

Before applying the ointment on the affected skin, they must be rinsed with soap and thoroughly dried.

Ointment applied a small layer, without zealous rubbing.

At night, you can use a gauze dressing that will strengthen the effect of the ointment on the affected areas.

The total duration of the therapeutic course is 10-14 days, at the discretion of the doctor.

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Use of the ointments from the fungus between the fingers during pregnancy

During pregnancy, the risk of fungal infection between the fingers increases. This is due to hormonal changes in the body, which entails a change in local immunity in the skin, increased sweating, etc.

Fungus during pregnancy is somewhat harder to cure, as many drugs in this period are prohibited for use. In particular, it is undesirable to use antifungal tablets. As for ointments, sometimes the doctor can allow their use according to the indications.

The most safe for pregnant women is nystatin ointment. This drug well relieves yeast-like Candida fungi. Ointment is applied in a small layer, up to 2 times a day, for a week. If there is a need, then the course of treatment can be repeated after 15-20 days.

Despite the fact that many external ointments from the fungus between the fingers are allowed for use during pregnancy, some doctors recommend refraining from using them in the first trimester. The fact is that it is in the first three months that the main vital systems of the future child are laid. Therefore, the first trimester is the time when the use of any medication is very undesirable.

Contraindications

There are no special contraindications to the use of ointments from the fungus between the fingers, except for the hypersensitivity of the organism to the composition of the preparation.

Caution should be used ointments:

• in the period of gestation and feeding of the baby;
• in childhood;
• in the presence of other diseases of the feet and interdigital spaces.

If there is a tendency to an allergic reaction to the ingredients of the ointment, then use this drug should not be. You need to seek advice from a doctor, and he will individually select the most effective and suitable drug.

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Side effects of the ointments from the fungus between the fingers

In places of application of ointments from a fungus between fingers there can be undesirable symptoms:

• itching;
• peeling;
• painful sensations;
• local skin irritation;
• change in pigmentation;
• burning;
• appearance of redness;
• formation of crusts;
• a feeling of dryness and stiffness of the skin;
• rashes;
• local temperature increase.

If the product gets into the eyes and mucous membranes, there may be a transient feeling of irritation and pain.

If the side effects are expressed significantly, then the use of ointment from the fungus should be discontinued.

Overdose

A negligible absorption of the components of the ointment into the systemic blood stream makes an overdose unlikely.

If you accidentally swallow the ointment from the fungus between your fingers, you may have these symptoms:

• nausea;
• headache;
• abdominal pain;
• dizziness.

If the external preparation is accidentally swallowed, it is recommended to take several tablets of activated carbon, drink a large amount of pure water. If necessary, the doctor may prescribe additional symptomatic treatment.

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Interactions with other drugs

At the moment, cases of interaction of antifungal ointments with other drugs are not registered.

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Storage conditions

In most cases, the ointment from the fungus is stored at room temperature, up to + 25 ° C. The place reserved for the storage of medications should be darkened and inaccessible to children.

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Shelf life

The shelf life of such a medicine as an ointment from a fungus between the fingers is from 3 to 4 years, depending on the composition of the preparation. Specify the date of use on the package.

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Effective ointment from the fungus between the fingers

Before you look for an effective ointment from a fungus between your fingers, before starting treatment, you must take the necessary measures to localize the infection:

• get rid of the old shower sponge;
• change and disinfect towels, home shoes;
• disinfect the rest of the shoes (especially the insole);
• wash all socks in hot water, then dry and iron.

After the procedures, you can start treatment with ointments.

A good effect is ointment from the fungus on the basis of miconazole or tolnaftate. No less effective is the common ointment Clotrimazole, as well as Exoderyl and Deshenex ointments.

It is worth noting that to enhance the effect, many practicing dermatologists recommend changing ointments from the fungus every 10-14 days of use. This is done in order to prevent the "addiction" of the fungus to the action of the drug.

Rule number 2: when you think that you have completely got rid of the fungus, do not immediately stop treatment. Continue to apply the ointment for 2 more weeks. This approach will prevent the re-development of the infection.

In case, in addition to the interdigital spaces, the nails are affected, then in this case the treatment must necessarily be supplemented with tablets (for example, Nizoral, Griseofulvin, Lamizil, etc.).

During and after the treatment it is important not to ignore the hygiene rules:

• often wash your feet with soap (at least 2 times a day);
• wash and air the shoes;
• avoid wearing tight and dense shoes;
• avoid wearing rubber shoes and shoes made of low-quality imitation leather;
• avoid wearing closed shoes in hot weather;
• regularly change and wash socks (at least once a day);
• regularly wash the tub or shower tray with a detergent, periodically disinfect;
• in public places (baths, beaches, swimming pools) should use personal shoes, but do not walk barefoot.