Penlac Solution MedFacts

Penlac Solution

Penlac Solution is used for:

Treating mild to moderate toenail or fingernail fungus.

Penlac Solution is an antifungal agent. It is believed to work by slowing the growth of fungi.

Do NOT use Penlac Solution if:

• you are allergic to any of the ingredients contained in Penlac Solution
• you are taking an oral antifungal medicine, for a fungal infection of the fingernail or toenail

Contact your health care provider as soon as possible if any of the above applies to you.

Consider before using Penlac Solution

Medical Conditions

There are medical conditions that can influence usage of Penlac Solution. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if any of the medical conditions below applies to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any medicine (either prescription or nonprescription), herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you are allergic to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have diabetes

Drugs Interaction

There are medicines that may interact with Penlac Solution. However, no specific interactions with Penlac Solution are known at this time.

Clarify with your health care provider whether Penlac Solution may interact with other medicines you take. Also, consult your health care provider in advance if you are going to start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

Penlac Solution Usage Guidelines

You should use Penlac Solution as recommended by your doctor. Read the medicine's label for precise dosing instructions.

• Apply this medication evenly over the entire nail plate once daily and a small amount of the surrounding skin, preferably at bedtime or 8 hours before washing. If possible, apply this medication to the nail bed and under the surface of the nail plate.
• Do not remove this medication on a daily basis. Daily applications of this medication should be made over the previous coat and removed every 7 days with alcohol.
• Using an emery board, file away any loose nail material, and trim nails every 7 days after this medication is removed with alcohol.
• This medication may need to be taken for up to 48 weeks in combination with nail removal done by your health care provider to achieve a clear or almost clear nail. It may take up to 6 months to see any noticeable improvement in your nail. However, a completely clear nail may not be achieved with the use of this medication.
• To clear up your infection completely, use Penlac Solution for the full course of treatment.
• If you miss a dose of Penlac Solution and you are using it daily at bedtime, skip the missed dose. Do not use the medicine the following morning. If you do not use the dose at bedtime and you miss a dose, use it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or it is nearing time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule.

Clarify with your health care provider any issues you may have about usage of Penlac Solution.

Important safety information on penlac

• For use on nails and surrounding skin only. Do not get Penlac Solution in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you get it in your eyes, rinse right away with cool tap water.
• Penlac Solution may cause harm if it is swallowed. If you may have taken it by mouth, contact your poison control center or emergency room right away.
• Do not use nail polish or other nail cosmetic products while using this medication.
• Do not use this medication near heat or open flame because this medication is flammable.
• PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Penlac Solution while you are pregnant. It is not known if Penlac Solution is found in breast. If you are breast-feeding or going to breast-feed, discuss with your doctor any possible risks to your baby.

Side effects may be caused by Penlac Solution

Any medicine may cause side effects, but the majority of people have either slight side effects, or dont have it at all. Consult your doctor if any of the most COMMON side effects from the list below persist or start bothering you:

Change in shape of nail; discoloration; ingrown toenail; irritation; redness of the treated area.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blistering; burning; increased redness; itching; oozing of the treated area; rash on the palms; swelling.

It sholud be noted, that this is not a full list of possible side effects. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Penlac Solution may be harmful if swallowed.

Store Penlac Solution at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Protect from light. Keep away from heat and flame. Keep Penlac Solution out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions on Penlac Solution, please consult your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
• Penlac Solution is supposed to be used only by the patient it is prescribed to. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This article is a summary only, and it does not provide all the information about Penlac Solution. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.