Batrafen varnish is used for fungal infections of the nails (onychomycosis). It helps in the early stages of the disease. This remedy relates to medicines, and not to decorative cosmetics. It is used for medicinal purposes. Before applying varnish, it is necessary to consult a doctor and undergo a diagnosis to make sure that nail damage is caused by fungi.
The composition of the funds
The active component of Batrafen nail polish is cyclopirox. This medicinal substance destroys the filament of the fungus. It can act on yeast and mold pathogens of onychomycosis, as well as on dermatomycetes. In addition, cyclopirox destroys bacteria - mycoplasma and Trichomonas. Such a wide spectrum of action allows the use of this tool for different strains of the fungus. The effect of varnish on microorganisms begins a few minutes after application. Cyclopirox penetrates the cells of the nail and destroys the fungus.
In addition to the active ingredient, the composition of the varnish includes polymeric substances, isopropanol and ethyl acetate. Auxiliary ingredients contribute to the penetration of cyclopirox into the depth of the nail.
This varnish has no color, as it is used not with decorative, but with therapeutic purposes. It is poured into bottles of 3 or 6 ml. The concentration of the active substance in the varnish is 8%.
Indications for use
Batrafen nail polish is used for nail fungus. However, it only helps in the initial stage of this disease. It is impossible to cure advanced forms of onychomycosis with this tool.
Varnish can not be used for treatment on its own. The presence of infection should be confirmed by laboratory tests. It is important to know the type of pathogen. The effect of the active component of varnish is not amenable to all types of fungus. If the microorganism is not sensitive to cyclopirox, then the use of varnish will be useless, and onychomycosis will only progress.
This varnish is also used for preventive purposes - to prevent infection with a fungus.
Contraindications
Batrafen fungus varnish is a local remedy. However, its active component and excipients are absorbed into the blood. Therefore, this drug can not be used in all cases. It is contraindicated in the following categories of patients:
- pregnant women and nursing mothers;
- children under 10 years old;
- people allergic to cyclopirox and auxiliary components of varnish.
It is important to remember that this remedy is an antifungal drug. And like any medicine, varnish requires caution in use.
Unwanted effects
Undesirable effects are rare. Most patients tolerate this drug well. However, some people had allergic reactions when using Batrafen varnish. Perhaps redness and peeling of the skin near the nail, as well as a sensation of itching and burning. In such cases, it is necessary to replace the varnish with another drug.
How to apply the product
Before applying Batrafen varnish, you need to steam your nails in a warm solution of soap or soda. Then you need to cut off the areas affected by the fungus with scissors and file. Next, the nails are treated with disinfectant solutions - hydrogen peroxide or chlorhexidine. Dry the nail plates.
Batrafen varnish is applied to the nails every other day. Such treatment is continued for 30 days. In the second month of therapy, varnish is applied 2 times a week, and in the third and subsequent months - 1 time per week. Usually, improvement in the condition of the nails occurs after about 60 days. The course of treatment should not exceed 6 months.
Once every 7 days, you need to trim the grown edges of the nails and wash the varnish with a special liquid.
It is very important during treatment to use different manicure accessories for diseased nails and for healthy ones. Otherwise, a fungal infection can be introduced.
Drug Interactions
Batrafen varnish is able to interact with oral and topical antifungal drugs. In this case, its effect is enhanced. Therefore, varnish is often used in the complex treatment of onychomycosis.
This tool can interact with decorative varnishes. They reduce the antifungal effect of Batrafen. Therefore, during the course of treatment, it is not recommended to paint the nails.
Storage, price and analogues
Store this product at a temperature of no more than +25 degrees. It is suitable for use for 3 years. If the bottle is already open, then it must be used within six months. It is very important to close its lid tightly after use, in order to avoid drying of Batrafen varnish. The price of this tool is from 1500 to 2500 rubles. Varnish can be purchased at pharmacy chains. He is dispensed without a doctor’s prescription.
Reviews on the price of Batrafen nail polish indicate that such a tool is not available to everyone. For many patients, its cost seems excessively high. Therefore, they are interested in cheaper analogues of this tool.
The full structural analogues of Batrafen are the Cyclopirox and Fongial varnishes. They contain the same active ingredient. However, they are not cheaper, and sometimes more expensive. The price of these varnishes is from 2500 rubles.
You can pick up analogues with another active substance, but with a similar antifungal effect. These include:
- "Demictene."
- "Mikozan".
- Lotseril.
- "Exoderyl."
The active component of the Demikten varnish is formic acid, it is able to destroy the fungus. Since the drug consists only of natural substances, it has practically no contraindications. Its cost is about 300-360 rubles, which is much lower than the price of Batrafen varnish.
Another analogue of the drug is varnish "Mikozan". It contains rye enzymes that are detrimental to the fungus. This varnish is indicated not only for onychomycosis, but also for brittle and brittle nails. This tool can be prescribed to children from 4 years. However, the course of treatment with the drug can be very long. In severe cases, it can be up to 9 months. The price of the drug is from 500 to 900 rubles.
Lacquer Lacquer contains amorolfine. This substance destroys the shell of the fungus. This remedy helps with fungus on the legs. It dries quickly and does not stain clothes. However, this is an expensive drug. Its cost is from 1200 to 2400 rubles, which is approximately equal to the price of Batrafen nail polish.
The drug "Exoderil" is available in the form of a solution. The active component of this tool is the antifungal substance naftifine hydrochloride. The agent is applied to the affected area twice a day. The course of treatment can last up to 18 months. Indications and contraindications are the same as those of Batrafen. The price of the drug is from 400 to 600 rubles.
Doctors reviews
You can find a lot of positive reviews about the varnish "Batrafen" from experts. Doctors consider this remedy effective, but only if the disease is not started. Also, experts note the convenience of using this antifungal drug.
In reviews of the Batrafen varnish, doctors note that this remedy is often more effective than the Lotseril varnish. The drug is able to affect more strains of the fungus. This is due to the fact that the active component of "Loceryl" only destroys the shell of the fungus, and cyclopirox destroys microorganisms at the cellular level.
Doctors use this remedy as part of complex therapy along with antifungal tablets and ointments. At the same time, experts emphasize that cyclopirox penetrates only into the cells of the nail, but it does not enter the soft tissues. Therefore, with deep fungal lesions, the use of varnish is useless.
Positive patient reviews
In reviews of Batrafen nail polish, this product is highly effective. Many patients noticed an improvement within 1 - 2 weeks after the first application. The nails began to crumble less, became stronger, the signs of fungal infection gradually disappeared.
Patients note that after removing the affected part and applying varnish, they grow a healthy nail plate. On average, it takes about 1.5 months to completely get rid of the fungus.
Many people prone to the appearance of a fungus use this remedy to prevent the disease. They apply varnish before visiting the pool, bathhouse or sandy beach. It is in these public places that infection most often occurs due to congestion and high humidity. The use of varnish for preventive purposes helped to avoid infection.
The disadvantages of this tool people include only a small volume of the bottle and a high price. The amount of varnish in the jar is enough for a short time, as a result, a lot of money is spent on the course of treatment. This tool dries for a long time on the nails, which creates inconvenience when applied on its feet.
Negative reviews
You can also find negative reviews about Batrafen nail polish. Some patients report that the drug did not help them. After the course of treatment, the fungus on the nails remained. Usually this is due to the fact that the disease has already passed from the initial stage to the advanced form.
The effect was absent in those cases when "Batrafen" was used as a monotherapy for fungal infection. The use of varnish alone is not always enough to completely get rid of onychomycosis. Most often, patients require complex treatment. The appointment of antifungal tablets and ointments along with varnish will enhance its effect and help to recover faster.