Generic Name: Penlac (ciclopirox-topical)
Penlac Reviews
For Onychomycosis, Toenail "I have been using 'Penlac' since May 2011 and have found that my toenail has been feeling and looking a lot healthier since the treatment. I was very surprised at how fast I saw a difference. It was, however, very expensive. I am very satisfied with the results and well worth the price of a nice nail."
For Onychomycosis, Fingernail "I've been fighting this for a year with little improvement. I was not following directions correctly. I called a dermatologist about it. She told me to wash my hands everyday, apply the gel everyday for a week, clean it off with alcohol then thin the nails with a file or sandpaper, then soak them in half water and half cider vinegar for 20-30 minutes, wash your hands again to get rid of the smell, and start over again. It's finally working. You have to diligent about it."
For Onychomycosis, Toenail "I had a toenail fungal infection (still do). My insurance would not pay for it. I but I paid for it twice. Does not work after 4 months. No effect."
More about Penlac (ciclopirox topical)
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- During pregnancy
- Drug class: topical antifungals
- Breastfeeding
Patient resources
- Penlac drug information
Other brands
Loprox, Ciclodan, Pedipirox-4, CNL8 Nail, Loprox TS
Professional resources
- Penlac prescribing information
- Ciclopirox (AHFS Monograph)
Other brands
Loprox, Ciclodan
Other formulations
- Penlac Nail Lacquer
Related treatment guides
- Onychomycosis, Toenail
- Onychomycosis, Fingernail
