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Can you buy antifungal pills for toenail fungus over-the-counter?

Charlie Ross
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Can you buy antifungal pills for toenail fungus over-the-counter?

Can you buy antifungal pills for toenail fungus over-the-counter?

by Drugs.com There really is no ‘best’ over-the-counter (OTC) treatment for nail fungus. OTC products are available to treat fungus on the skin around the nail bed, but are not very effective at treating the hard nail bed.

What is the best over-the-counter medicine to get rid of toenail fungus?

Options include terbinafine (Lamisil) and itraconazole (Sporanox). These drugs help a new nail grow free of infection, slowly replacing the infected part. You typically take this type of drug for six to 12 weeks.

What is the best homemade remedy for toenail fungus?

Vicks VapoRub. Vicks VapoRub is a topical ointment.

  • Snakeroot extract. Snakeroot ( Ageratina pichinchensis) extract is an antifungal made from plants in the sunflower family.
  • Tea tree oil.
  • Oregano oil.
  • Olive leaf extract.
  • Ozonized oils.
  • Vinegar.
  • Listerine mouthwash.
  • Garlic.
  • Adjust your diet.

    • Does Vicks VapoRub really cure toenail fungus?

    Vinegar and Vicks Vapor Rub are two products that are supposed to cure toenail fungus. The problem with these home remedies is that there is no recommended treatment regimen for either product. There also have not been any clinical studies confirming that either treatment is effective.

    What is the best OTC medication for toenail fungus?

    – Surgical removal: a specialist can surgically remove the nail and the fungus below. This is expensive, painful and invasive, but highly effective. – Oral medication: prescription pills are available which can address nail fungus. – Topical treatment: There are a number of topical creams that claim to treat toenail fungus.

    How to clear up fungal toenails fast?

    Do not walk barefoot in public places like gyms or swimming pools.

  • When conducting wet jobs like dish washing,cooking or house cleaning,wear rubber gloves to keep infected fingernails dry.
  • Make it a habit to wash hands and feet with soapy water or a natural homemade anti-fungal solution every day in the evening and just before going to bed.