Amorolfine-5%

What is Amorolfine?

Amorolfine is a medicated nail lacquer used to treat fungal nail infections. It is available on prescription as well as can be purchased from a pharmacy as a Pharmacy-only treatment. 

How does it work?

The nail lacquer works by killing a wide variety of fungi that may cause a nail infection. It inhibits the fungal growth by stopping the production of the chemical ergosterol, which causes the fungus to grow.

Is Amorolfine suitable for me?

This nail lacquer should not be used:

• If you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant or breastfeeding
• You should also not use this medication if you are under 18 years old
• Have currently have very damaged or destroyed nail
• If you are allergic to amorolfine solution or any of its ingredients 

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Commonly Used Dosage Guidelines for Amorolfine.

This medicine should be applied to the affected finger or toe nails once or twice a week, exactly as directed by your doctor. Please read through the instruction leaflet before using this nail lacquer.

• Apply the lacquer to the entire surface of nail ONCE or TWICE a week
• Do not use other nail products such as a nail varnish at the same time as using the lacquer
• May need to continue the treatment for 6 months or more

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Read Amorolfine Patient Leaflet here.