The use of celandine for toenail fungus is recommended not only by traditional healers, but also by dermatologists.It is not necessary to prepare preparations with the extract of the plant yourself - they are produced by modern pharmacological companies, so tinctures and ointments can be purchased at any pharmacy.The selection of the form of release and treatment regimen is carried out by the attending physician, based on the stage of the infection and the clinical picture of onychomycosis.
Properties of celandine
Herbaceous plant of the poppy family (order Ranunculaceae), celandine has long been used in medical practice for the treatment of various skin diseases (warts, fungi, onychomycosis).The natural juice of this herb and medicines with its extract have an antiseptic, anesthetic, antifungal and antimicrobial effect, stop the inflammatory process, relieve swelling, pain and itching.The therapeutic effect is achieved thanks to vitamins A and C contained in the juice of the plant, alkaloids, phytoncides and organic acids.
The collection and preparation of celandine is carried out during the flowering period, which occurs between mid-May and the first half of June.Only flowering plants are suitable for preparing medicinal potions;their juice has the most powerful healing effect.As an independent main remedy for the treatment of fingernail and toenail fungus, organic natural preparations with the extract of this herb are not effective enough.They are 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 toenail fungus can be used in the form of freshly squeezed juice, obtained by breaking the stem of the plant.The product has a "cauterizing" effect and inhibits the proliferation of pathogenic fungal microorganism cells.In high concentrations, the liquid is poisonous and can cause irritation and peeling of the skin, burns of the upper layers of the epithelium.
In addition to the juice applied directly to the affected surface of the nail, herbal preparations with celandine are used for local treatment.They prepare medicinal oil for the external treatment of damaged plates, decoctions and alcoholic tinctures used for medicinal baths and lubricants for nail surfaces infected with fungi.Products based on celandine for the treatment of onychomycosis can be purchased at a pharmacy or prepared independently.
Juice
You can get celandine juice in two simple ways.The stems collected in places where they are broken release a sufficient amount of healing liquid for a one-time treatment of diseased nails.To prepare the product for future use, the collected leaves and stems are passed through a meat grinder and then crushed with a food processor or using a blender.The resulting mixture is squeezed through cheesecloth.
For local treatment with pure juice, the nails affected by the fungus are first thoroughly washed and cleaned of exfoliated scales with a special nail file.The concentrated extract (undiluted) is applied with a cotton pad or disk to the damaged plaques twice a day (morning and evening), 30-90 days (until the therapeutic effect is achieved).
Oil
For local treatment of onychomycosis on the legs, celandine oil is used.To prepare it, take chopped plant material, which is poured into a container and filled with any vegetable or essential oil (canola, olive, almond or peach are suitable), to the thickness of the index finger above the herb layer.The resulting mixture is kept in a water bath for 60 minutes, then infused in a dark, cool place for 7-10 days.The filtered mixture is stored in the refrigerator.
You can make medicinal compresses with celandine oil.The nails must be steamed first.A cotton ball soaked in the product is applied to the plates, fixed with a bandage or gauze and left to rest 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 your nails twice a day every day for a course of 2-3 months.
Dyeing
Liquid celandine for nail fungus is used as an alcoholic infusion or decoction, using the product for medicinal baths.To prepare the tincture, the freshly harvested plant is washed, dried and poured with alcohol or vodka in a 1:2 ratio.Infuse the product in a glass container, in a place protected from the sun, for 25-30 days, filter before use.
Treat your nails with the resulting tincture twice a day or add it to water for medicinal baths (0.2 liters per 1 liter of boiling water).The resulting solution is diluted with water in a 1:1 ratio and the feet are kept in it for 15-20 minutes.After bathing, the affected nails are lubricated with an ointment with fungicidal effect.The number of procedures is 2-3 per week, for several months, until the therapeutic effect is achieved.
Decoction
A decoction of dry plant material, celandine, is used only as a basis for medicinal baths.It is prepared by preparing 3-5 tablespoons.the.mixture of chopped herbs with a liter of boiling water.After 10-15 minutes in a water bath, the liquid is infused for a quarter of an hour, diluted with hot water in equal proportions and a therapeutic bath is carried out (according to the principle described in the previous section).
Ointment
Celandine for toenail fungus can be used in the form of a medicinal ointment with fungicidal effect.To prepare it, use any natural animal fat, for example badger or sheep.Mix 3 tablespoons of dry vegetable raw materials with 50 g of fat base, soak in a water bath for an hour, cool.Home-prepared ointment is used as part of the complex treatment of onychomycosis, in combination with other systemic and local therapeutic means, according to the recommendations of the attending physician.
Pharmaceutical products based on celandine
Treatment of nail fungus with celandine can be carried out using drugs with its extract.For the treatment of onychomycosis, dermatologists recommend the following drugs:
- Vegetable balm is a product that does not contain celandine extract (the balm is made from sodium bicarbonate, chloride and sodium hydroxide), but has a similar pharmacological effect.Apply 2-3 drops on nails, once a day.During use it is necessary to ensure 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 vials.It is used to treat damaged nails undiluted, daily, after hygiene procedures, until a pronounced effect appears (the average course duration is 1.5-3 months).
Contraindications and side effects
The use of celandine for toenail fungus can cause negative side effects: skin irritation or allergic rashes (in case of individual intolerance).Using concentrated juice can cause burns.Contraindications to treatment with celandine preparations are:
- children's age (up to 7 years);
- periods of pregnancy and breastfeeding;
- cardiovascular diseases;
- epilepsy;
- mental disorders.