What medicine should I take for foot onychomycosis?
Onychomycosis (onychomycosis) is a common fungal infection that affects the appearance and health of the nails. In the past 10 days, there has been a lot of discussion on the Internet about the treatment of onychomycosis, especially drug treatments. This article will give you a detailed introduction to the drug treatment options for foot onychomycosis based on recent hot topics, and provide structured data for reference.
1. Common symptoms of onychomycosis

Onychomycosis usually presents as thickening, discoloration (yellow or white), brittle and brittle nails, and may be accompanied by pain or odor in severe cases. The following are the high-frequency keywords for onychomycosis symptoms that netizens have recently paid attention to:
| Symptoms | Attention (last 10 days) |
|---|---|
| Nails turn yellow | high |
| thickened nails | high |
| Nail layering | in |
| pain or discomfort | in |
2. Drug treatment plan for foot onychomycosis
Drugs for treating onychomycosis are mainly divided into two categories: external and oral. The following are the drug treatment options that have been hotly discussed on the Internet in the past 10 days:
| drug type | Common medicines | Usage suggestions |
|---|---|---|
| Topical antifungals | Amorolfine, ciclopiroxamine | Apply directly to the affected area and use for several months |
| Oral antifungals | Terbinafine, itraconazole | Doctor's guidance is required, and the course of treatment is usually 6-12 weeks |
| Traditional Chinese Medicine | Soaking Chinese medicines such as Sophora flavescens and Cortex Phellodendron | Adjuvant treatment requires long-term persistence |
3. Precautions for drug treatment
1.Adhere to medication: The treatment period for onychomycosis is long, so you need to strictly follow the doctor’s instructions or drug instructions, and do not stop taking the medicine midway.
2.Be aware of side effects: Oral antifungal drugs may have a certain impact on the liver. It is recommended to check liver function regularly during medication.
3.combination therapy: For severe onychomycosis, topical and oral medications can be combined to improve the efficacy.
4.Prevent recurrence: Keep feet dry and clean during treatment, and avoid wearing non-breathable shoes and socks.
4. Recent popular treatment-related issues
In the past 10 days, netizens have paid high attention to the following onychomycosis treatment issues:
| question | Search volume trends |
|---|---|
| Can onychomycosis be cured? | rise |
| Do onychomycosis drugs have side effects? | Smooth |
| How long does it take to treat onychomycosis? | rise |
| Is onychomycosis contagious? | high |
5. Life conditioning suggestions
In addition to drug treatment, conditioning in daily life is also important:
1. Keep your feet dry and dry them in time after washing your feet.
2. Avoid sharing slippers, nail clippers and other items with others.
3. Choose shoes and socks with good breathability to reduce the environment for fungal breeding.
4. Trim your nails regularly, but avoid damage caused by over-trimming.
Summary: The treatment of onychomycosis requires patience and persistence. Choosing the right medicine and combining it with good living habits are the key. If symptoms are severe or do not improve for a long time, it is recommended to seek medical treatment in time.
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