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EXOTERFYN MEDICATED NAIL LACQUER 78.22MG/ML 3.3ML 1 BOTTLE

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Indications:
Exoterfyn 78.22 mg/ml medicated nail lacquer contains the active substance terbinafine, which belongs to a group of medicines known as antifungals. It works by killing a wide variety of fungi that cause nail infections.

Exoterfyn 78.22 mg/ml medicated nail lacquer is used in adults to treat mild to moderate fungal infections of the nails.

Contraindications:
Do not use Exoterfyn 78.22 mg/ml medicated nail lacquer:
- if you are allergic to terbinafine hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

Precautions:
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Exoterfyn 78.22 mg/ml medicated nail lacquer.

Pregnancy, breast-feeding and fertility:
If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. Exoterfyn 78.22 mg/ml medicated nail lacquer should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary.

This medicine may pass into breast milk. If you are breast-feeding, ask your doctor for advice before using this medicine.
Do not let infants come into contact with treated areas. Make sure that infants do not put treated nails in their mouths.

Driving and using machines:
Exoterfyn 78.22 mg/ml medicated nail lacquer does not affect your ability to drive or use machines.

How to use:
Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

For application to the fingernails or toenails.

Instructions for use
Step 1: Before applying Exoterfyn 78.22 mg/ml medicated nail lacquer, remove any nail polish or other cosmetic products from your nails and the surrounding skin.
Step 2: Clean and dry the affected areas thoroughly.
Step 3: Unscrew the cap of the bottle.
Step 4: Dip the applicator into the nail lacquer.
Step 5: Using the applicator, apply Exoterfyn 78.22 mg nail lacquer in a thin layer to the whole surface of the affected nail, 5 mm of the surrounding skin and, if possible, under the front edge of the nail and to the skin beneath the nail.
Step 6: Wait for approximately 30 seconds until the lacquer has dried completely before doing anything else.
Step 7: Close the bottle tightly.

Treated nails should not be washed or wetted for at least 6 hours. Therefore, it is recommended to apply in the evening before going to bed, after showering or bathing. After this time, normal hygiene practices may be followed.

Exoterfyn 78.22 mg nail lacquer does not require a special nail polish remover. It can be easily removed by washing the nails with water. Filing of the nail is not necessary.

Duration of treatment
For the first 4 weeks, apply Exoterfyn 78.22 mg nail lacquer to the affected nails once a day. After this period, apply Exoterfyn 78.22 mg nail lacquer once a week.

Treatment should be continued until each affected nail becomes clear or its appearance is significantly improved. In some cases, additional oral therapy may be necessary.

In general, the treatment period for fingernails is 6 months, and for toenails it is around 9 – 12 months.

If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Composition:
- The active substance is terbinafine. One millilitre of medicated nail lacquer contains terbinafine hydrochloride equivalent to 78.22 mg terbinafine.
- The other ingredients are ethanol (96%), hydroxypropylchitosan and purified water.

Presentation:
3.3 ml