Penlac Dosage
Generic name: ciclopirox 80mg in 1mL
Dosage form: nail lacquer
Drug class: Topical antifungals
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 29, 2024.
PENLAC® Nail Lacquer (ciclopirox) Topical Solution, 8%, should be used as a component of a comprehensive management program for onychomycosis. Removal of the unattached, infected nail, as frequently as monthly, by a health care professional, weekly trimming by the patient, and daily application of the medication are all integral parts of this therapy. Careful consideration of the appropriate nail management program should be given to patients with diabetes (see PRECAUTIONS).
Nail Care By Health Care Professionals
Removal of the unattached, infected nail, as frequently as monthly, trimming of onycholytic nail, and filing of excess horny material should be performed by professionals trained in treatment of nail disorders.
Nail Care By Patient
Patients should file away (with emery board) loose nail material and trim nails, as required, or as directed by the health care professional, every seven days after PENLAC® Nail Lacquer (ciclopirox) Topical Solution, 8%, is removed with alcohol.
PENLAC® Nail Lacquer (ciclopirox) Topical Solution, 8%, should be applied once daily (preferably at bedtime or eight hours before washing) to all affected nails with the applicator brush provided. The PENLAC® Nail Lacquer (ciclopirox) Topical Solution, 8%, should be applied evenly over the entire nail plate.
If possible, PENLAC® Nail Lacquer (ciclopirox) Topical Solution, 8%, should be applied to the nail bed, hyponychium, and the under surface of the nail plate when it is free of the nail bed (e.g., onycholysis).
The PENLAC® Nail Lacquer (ciclopirox) Topical Solution, 8%, should not be removed on a daily basis. Daily applications should be made over the previous coat and removed with alcohol every seven days. This cycle should be repeated throughout the duration of therapy.
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