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 plant extract 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 the treatment regimen is carried out by the attending physician, depending on the stage of infection and the clinical picture of onychomycosis.
Properties of celandine
Celandine, a herbaceous plant from the poppy family (order Ranunculaceae), has long been used in medical practice to treat various skin diseases (warts, fungus, onychomycosis).The natural juice of this herb and medicines with its extract have antiseptic, anesthetic, antifungal and antimicrobial effects, stop the inflammatory process, relieve swelling, pain and itching.The therapeutic effect is achieved thanks to vitamins A and C contained in the sap of the plant, alkaloids, phytoncides and organic acids.
The collection and preparation of celandine is carried out during the flowering period, which occurs in mid-May and the first half of June.Only flowering plants are suitable for preparing medicinal potions;Its juice has the most powerful healing effect.As a stand-alone main remedy for the treatment of nail fungus on the hands and feet, organic natural preparations with extract of this herb are not effective enough.They are used in complex therapies, combined with medications 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 cells of pathogenic fungal microorganisms.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 nail surface, herbal preparations with celandine are used for local treatment.They prepare medicinal oil for external treatment of damaged plates, decoctions and alcohol tinctures are used for medicinal baths and lubrication of nail surfaces infected with fungus.Celandine products for the treatment of onychomycosis can be purchased at the pharmacy or prepared on your own.
juice
You can get celandine juice in two easy ways.The stems collected in the places where they break 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 ground with a food processor or blender.The resulting mixture is squeezed through cheesecloth.
For local treatment with pure juice, nails affected by the fungus are first carefully washed and cleaned of exfoliated scales with a special nail file.The concentrated extract (undiluted) is applied with a cotton swab or disk to the damaged plaques twice a day (morning and evening), for 30 to 90 days (until the therapeutic effect is achieved).
Oil
For local treatment of onychomycosis on the legs, celandine oil is used.To prepare it, you take crushed plant material, pour it into a container and fill it with any vegetable or essential oil (canola, olive, almond or peach are suitable), up to the thickness of your index finger above the layer of grass.The resulting mixture is kept in a water bath for 60 minutes, then infused in a dark, cool place for 7 to 10 days.The strained mixture is stored in the refrigerator.
You can make medicinal compresses with celandine oil.First you have to steam the nails.A cotton swab soaked in the product is applied to the plates, fixed with a bandage or gauze 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 your nails twice a day every day for a 2 to 3 month cycle.
tincture
Liquid celandine for nail fungus is used as an alcohol infusion or decoction, and the product is used 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 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 ratio of 1:1 and the feet are kept in it for 15-20 minutes.After bathing, the affected nails are lubricated with an ointment with a fungicidal effect.The number of procedures is 2 to 3 per week, for several months, until the therapeutic effect is achieved.
Decoction
A decoction of dried plant material, celandine, is used solely as a base for medicinal baths.It is prepared by preparing 3-5 tablespoons.l.mix crushed 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 performed (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 a fungicidal effect.To prepare it, any natural animal fat is used, for example, from 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 and let cool.The ointment prepared at home is used as part of the complex treatment of onychomycosis, in combination with other systemic and local treatments, according to the recommendations of the treating doctor.
Pharmaceutical products based on celandine.
Treatment of nail fungus with celandine can be carried out using medications with its extract.For the treatment of onychomycosis, dermatologists recommend the following medications:
- Herbal 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 to the nail plates, once a day.When using it, ensure that the product does not come into contact with the skin (due to the possibility of burns);it is better to carry out processing with gloves.
- Extract in ampoules.It is used to treat damaged toenails without diluting, daily, after hygiene procedures, until a pronounced effect appears (the average duration of the course 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 (if there is individual intolerance).Using concentrated juice can cause burns.Contraindications for treatment with celandine preparations are:
- children's age (up to 7 years);
- pregnancy and lactation periods;
- cardiovascular pathologies;
- epilepsy;
- mental disorders.