Penlac

Why should Penlac not be prescribed?

If you find that you're allergic to Penlac, you won't be able to use it.

Special warnings about Penlac

Keep Penlac away from the eyes and mucous membranes. Avoid contact with any skin outside the immediate area of the nail. For external use only.

If you have foot problems due to diabetes, trimming and removal of infected nails should be undertaken with caution.

Do not use nail polish or other cosmetic nail products on the treated nails.

Let the doctor know if your immune system has been weakened by HIV infection, transplant treatments, therapy with steroids, or any other cause, or if you take epilepsy medication. Penlac has not been tested in patients with these problems.

Possible food and drug interactions when using Penlac

The manufacturer does not recommend use of Penlac in conjunction with oral antifungal medications such as griseofulvin (GrisPEG), terbinafine (Lamisil Tablets), and itraconazole (Sporanox).

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

The possibility of harm to a developing baby has not been entirely ruled out. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, let the doctor know immediately.

It is not known whether Penlac appears in breast milk. Use it with caution when nursing.

Recommended dosage

ADULTS

Apply once daily at bedtime to the entire surface of all infected nails.

Overdosage

There is no information on overdosage. If the lacquer is accidentally swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.