{"product_id":"ciclopirox-topical-solution-8-nail-lacquer","title":"CiclopIrox Topical Solution 8% Nail Lacquer 6.6mL Bottle","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCiclopirox Topical Solution 8% (Nail Lacquer) Overview\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCiclopirox topical solution 8%\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eciclopirox nail lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e (brand names include Penlac® among others), is a \u003cstrong\u003eprescription antifungal medication\u003c\/strong\u003e used to treat \u003cstrong\u003efungal infections of the nails\u003c\/strong\u003e (medically called \u003cstrong\u003eonychomycosis\u003c\/strong\u003e). It comes in the form of a clear nail polish-like liquid that is applied directly to affected fingernails or toenails (and the immediate surrounding skin). Once applied, it forms a film or lacquer on the nail surface, delivering the antifungal drug into the nail over time. This targeted topical therapy is intended to \u003cstrong\u003ekill or inhibit the growth of the fungi\u003c\/strong\u003e causing the nail infection, helping clear the infection and improve the nail’s appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works and When It’s Used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCiclopirox is a broad-spectrum \u003cstrong\u003eantifungal agent\u003c\/strong\u003e. It works by interfering with vital processes in fungal cells – for example, it \u003cstrong\u003edisrupts the production of the fungal cell membrane and other metabolic functions\u003c\/strong\u003e, which ultimately stops the fungi from growing and reproducing. By reducing the fungal population in the nail, the body can gradually grow out a healthier nail. Ciclopirox is effective against the most common organisms that cause toenail and fingernail fungus, such as \u003cem\u003eTrichophyton rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e (a dermatophyte fungus).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"VODHU pdMy8\"\u003eThis nail lacquer is typically prescribed for \u003cstrong\u003emild to moderate nail fungus infections\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially when the infection is limited to the upper half of the nail and not deeply affecting the nail root (matrix). In fact, the FDA-approved indication is for onychomycosis \u003cstrong\u003e“without lunula involvement”\u003c\/strong\u003e. The lunula is the crescent-shaped white area at the base of the nail – if the fungus has reached that area, it means the matrix (growth zone) is infected, and topical treatments like ciclopirox are less likely to be sufficient on their own. Ciclopirox 8% lacquer is often used in patients who are \u003cstrong\u003enot good candidates for oral antifungal pills\u003c\/strong\u003e (such as those who might have liver issues or cannot take systemic medications), or it may be used in combination with other measures as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. The prescription status of ciclopirox means a healthcare provider should evaluate the nail condition to determine if this therapy is appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Encube Ethicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53335113400638,"sku":"21922-0053-51P","price":2742.99,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/3408\/5182\/files\/CiclopIrox-Topical-Solution-8_-Nail-Lacquer-Encube-Ethicals.jpg?v=1776751447","url":"https:\/\/himkhand.com\/products\/ciclopirox-topical-solution-8-nail-lacquer","provider":"Himkhand","version":"1.0","type":"link"}