Pharmacological group:
antifungal agent
ATC code: D01AE22
Pharmacodynamics
Naftifin is an antifungal agent for external use, belonging to the class of allilamines.
The mechanism of action is related to inhibition of squalene-2,3-epoxidase, which leads to reduction of formation of ergosterol, which is a part of the cell wall of the fungus. It is active against dermatophytes such as Trichophyton, Epidermophyton and Microsporum, molds (Aspergillus spp.), yeasts (Candida spp., Pityrosporum) and other fungi (such as Sporothrix schenckii).
Against dermatophytes and aspergillus naphthifin acts fungicidal. Against yeast fungi the drug shows fungicidal or fungistatic activity depending on the strain of the microorganism.
It has antibacterial activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative microorganisms that can cause secondary bacterial infections. It has anti-inflammatory action, which contributes to the rapid disappearance of symptoms of inflammation, especially itching.
Pharmacokinetics
Naphtifine penetrates the skin quickly, creating sustained antifungal concentrations in various layers of the skin, making once-daily use possible
Indications
– fungal infections of the skin and skin folds (tinea corporis, tinea inguinalis), including. interfinger mycoses (tinea manum, tinea pedum);
– fungal infections of the nails (onychomycosis);
– Candidiasis of the skin;
– chancroid;
– dermatomycoses (with or without associated itching).
Exoderil® is effective in the treatment of mycoses affecting areas of the skin with hyperkeratosis, as well as in areas of hair growth.
Active ingredient
Composition
1 ml of the solution contains: active ingredient:
naphthyphine hydrochloride – 10 mg;
excipients:
propylene glycol – 50 mg,
ethanol – 400 mg,
purified water – 475 mg.
How to take, the dosage
Externally. Exoderil® is applied once a day to the affected skin surface and its neighboring areas (about 1 cm of healthy skin at the edges of the affected area) after their thorough cleaning and drying.
The therapy duration is 2-4 weeks in dermatomycosis (if necessary – up to 8 weeks), with candidiasis – 4 weeks. In case of nail affection, Exoderil® is applied twice a day on the affected nail.
Before the first use of the drug, remove the affected part of the nail with scissors or a nail file as much as possible. The duration of therapy for onychomycosis is up to 6 months.
To prevent recurrence, treatment should be continued for at least 2 weeks after clinical symptoms have disappeared.
Interaction
No interaction with other drugs was noted.
Special Instructions
Precautions for use:
The drug Exoderil® is not intended for use in ophthalmology. Avoid contact of the drug with the eyes.
Impact on the ability to drive vehicles and other machinery:
Exoderil® has no adverse effect on the ability to drive vehicles and perform other activities requiring concentration and rapid psychomotor reactions.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to naphthyphine or propylene glycol; pregnancy and lactation (safety and efficacy of use have not been determined).
Application on the wound surface is contraindicated.
With caution
Children (experience with clinical use is limited).
Side effects
In some cases there may be local reactions: dry skin, skin hyperemia and burning.
The side effects are reversible and do not require treatment withdrawal.
Overdose
No cases of overdose have been reported.
Similarities
Weight | 0.084 kg |
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Manufacturer | Globopharm Pharmacytische Productions, Australia |
Medication form | solution for external use |
Brand | Globopharm Pharmacytische Productions |
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