The use of celandine against nail fungus is recommended not only by traditional healers, but also by dermatologists.It is not necessary to prepare preparations with plant extracts yourself - they are produced by modern pharmaceutical companies, so tinctures and ointments can be purchased at any pharmacy.The form of release and the treatment regimen are selected by the attending physician, depending on the stage of the infection and the clinical picture of onychomycosis.
Properties of celandine
Celandine, a herbaceous plant belonging to the poppy family (Ranunculaceae), has long been used in medical practice to treat various skin diseases (warts, fungi, onychomycosis).Medicines containing the natural juice and extract of this herb have antiseptic, anesthetic, antifungal and antimicrobial effects, stop inflammatory processes, relieve swelling, pain and itching.The therapeutic effect is due to the vitamins A and C, alkaloids, phytoncides and organic acids found in the plant juice.
Celandine is collected and prepared during the flowering period, which occurs in mid-May and the first half of June.Only flowering plants are suitable for making medicinal potions;their juice has the strongest healing effect.As an independent main remedy for the treatment of nail fungus on the hands and feet, organic natural preparations containing herbal extracts are not effective enough.It is used in complex therapy, in combination with drugs and to prevent relapse of onychomycosis.
In what form is celandine used for nail fungus?
Celandine against nail fungus can be used in the form of freshly squeezed juice obtained by breaking off the stem of the plant.The product has a "cauterizing" effect and inhibits the growth of cells of pathogenic fungal microorganisms.In high concentrations, the liquid is toxic and can cause skin irritation and peeling, as well as burns of the upper layers of the epithelium.
In addition to juice applied directly to the affected surface of the nail, herbal preparations containing celandine are also used for local treatment.Medicinal oil is made for the external treatment of damaged plates, decoctions and alcoholic tinctures are used for spa baths and to lubricate fungal nail surfaces.Celandine products for the treatment of onychomycosis can be purchased at a pharmacy or prepared independently.
Juice
You can get celandine juice in two simple ways.At the broken place of the collected stems, a sufficient amount of healing liquid is released for a one-time treatment of the sick nail.To prepare the product for future use, the collected leaves and stems are passed through a meat grinder and crushed with a food processor or blender.The resulting mixture is pressed through a cheese cloth.
For local treatment with clear juice, the nails affected by the fungus are first carefully washed and cleaned of the peeled scales with a special nail file.The concentrated (undiluted) extract is applied to the damaged discs with a cotton ball or disc twice a day (morning and evening) for 30-90 days (until the therapeutic effect is achieved).
Oil
Celandine oil is used for topical treatment of onychomycosis of the feet.To make it, crushed plant material must be poured into a container and filled with any vegetable or essential oil (canola, olive, almond or peach are suitable), up to the thickness of the index finger above the grass layer.The resulting mixture is kept in a water bath for 60 minutes, then infused in a dark, cool place for 7-10 days.Store the filtered mixture in the refrigerator.
You can make a medicinal poultice with celandine oil.The nails must be steamed first.The cotton ball soaked with the product is applied to the plates, fixed with a bandage or gauze bandage and left overnight.The duration of the course is 3-4 weeks, one procedure at a time, once every 2-3 days.Another treatment option is to apply a few drops to the nails twice a day for 2-3 months.
Tincture
Liquid celandine against nail fungus is used as an alcoholic infusion or decoction, the product is used for spa baths.To prepare the tincture, the freshly harvested plant is washed, dried and poured with alcohol or vodka in a ratio of 1:2.The preparation is infused in a glass container in a place protected from the sun for 25-30 days, filtered before use.
Treat the nails with the obtained tincture twice a day or add it to a spa bath (0.2 liters to 1 liter of boiling water).The resulting solution is diluted 1:1 with water and the feet are kept in it for 15-20 minutes.After the bath, apply antifungal ointment to the affected nails.The number of procedures is 2-3 per week, for several months, until the therapeutic effect is achieved.
decoction
A decoction of the dry plant material, celandine, is used only as a base for spas.It is made by boiling 3-5 tbsp.l.a mixture of crushed herbs with a liter of boiling water.After spending 10-15 minutes in a water bath, the liquid is infused for a quarter of an hour, diluted in equal proportions with hot water, and a therapeutic bath is performed (according to the principle described in the previous section).
Ointment
Celandine against nail fungus can be used in the form of a medicinal ointment with a fungicidal effect.To make it, use any natural animal fat, such as badger or sheep.Mix 3 tablespoons of dry vegetable raw material with 50 g of fat base, soak for an hour in a water bath, cool.Ointment prepared at home is used as part of the complex treatment of onychomycosis, in combination with other systemic and local therapeutic agents, according to the recommendations of the attending physician.
Pharmaceutical products based on celandine
Treatment of nail fungus with celandine can also be done with medicines containing the extract.For the treatment of onychomycosis, dermatologists recommend the following drugs:
- The plant-based balm is a product without celandine extract (the balm is made from sodium bicarbonate, chloride and sodium hydroxide), but has a similar pharmacological effect.Apply 2-3 drops to the nail plates once a day.When using, make sure that the product does not come into contact with the skin (due to the possibility of burns);it is better to carry out the processing with gloves.
- Extract in ampoules.It is used to treat damaged toenails undiluted, daily, after hygiene procedures, until the appearance of a pronounced effect (the average duration of the course is 1.5-3 months).
Contraindications and side effects
The use of celandine against nail fungus can cause negative side effects - skin irritation or allergic rashes (in case of individual intolerance).Using concentrated fruit juice can cause burns.Contraindications to treatment with celandine preparations are as follows:
- age of children (up to 7 years);
- periods of pregnancy and lactation;
- cardiovascular pathologies;
- epilepsy;
- mental disorders.