Oral Antifungal Medications
Oral antifungal medications are often the first-line treatments for nail fungus. Some common options like itraconazole and terbinafine work by clearing the fungus and allowing new nails to grow without infections to replace the affected parts. It takes around 3 months for these drugs to take effect. You can stop taking them when the nails grow back totally. The successful rate seems to be lower in those people who are over 65 years old. Keep in mind that there would be several side effects, such as skin rash or liver damage. To see how the treatment is progressing, your doctor might suggest regular blood tests and make adjustments accordingly. [10]
