Topical and oral combination therapy for toenail onychomycosis: an updated review

J Am Podiatr Med Assoc. 2006 Mar-Apr;96(2):116-9. doi: 10.7547/0960116.

Abstract

Although effective, oral antifungal therapy is still not completely successful. Recent studies have shown that combination therapy with oral and topical agents offers an increased cure rate for patients. We review the main drug combinations that have been tested. Additional measures, such as mechanical intervention, may help improve response rates further.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Administration, Oral
  • Administration, Topical
  • Antifungal Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Drug Therapy, Combination
  • Foot Dermatoses / drug therapy*
  • Humans
  • Onychomycosis / drug therapy*

Substances

  • Antifungal Agents