Kerydin

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What is Kerydin

TavaboroleThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryTavaborole is a topical antifungal medication used to treat onychomycosis, a fungal infection of the nail and nail bed. This medication works by blocking an essential fungal enzyme known as Leucyl-tRNA synthetase, which is necessary for protein synthesis and for attaching L-leucine to tRNA(Leu). Tavaborole is specifically used to treat infections caused by *Trichophyton rubrum* and *Trichophyton mentagrophytes*.
Kerydinis the brand name
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Kerydin Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Kerydin
Tavaborole
2014
15

Effectiveness

How Kerydin Affects PatientsAfter one dose, the highest amount of tavaborole in the bloodstream was usually around 3.54 ng/mL (range 0.618-10.2 ng/mL). After taking the drug daily for two weeks, the highest amount of tavaborole in the bloodstream was around 5.17 ng/mL (range 1.51-12.8 ng/mL).
How Kerydin works in the bodyTavaborole works by preventing cells from making proteins. It binds to a type of transfer RNA and blocks it from making proteins in the cell.

Warnings

Common Kerydin Drug Interactions
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Risk Level
Description
Kerydin Toxicity & Overdose RiskTaking tavaborole is usually safe and causes few side effects. In some cases, people experience mild skin reactions such as peeling, redness, or inflammation at the application site. Ingrown toenails may also occur in more than one percent of users.
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Kerydin Reviews: What are patients saying about Kerydin?

5Patient Review
1/25/2017
Kerydin for Fungal Infection of Toenails
I have had toenail fungus for two decades now, and this is the only treatment that has worked for me. I started using it about a year ago and my nails are now healthy and clear. The only downside is that I've experienced some peeling skin, but it's a small price to pay for clear nails!
5Patient Review
9/15/2017
Kerydin for Fungal Infection of Toenails
I started using this treatment in November 2016 and had a $0 copay for the first 3 months. The price then went up to over $450, so I unfortunately had to stop using it. However, even just using a tiny drop of the product once per day cleared my big toe completely of fungus within that time period!
5Patient Review
1/30/2020
Kerydin for Fungal Infection of Toenails
Kerydin was the only thing that worked for me when it came to getting rid of my fungus.
4.7Patient Review
9/8/2016
Kerydin for Fungal Infection of Toenails
Kerydin was my last resort and I'm glad I tried it. In just five months, it's completely cleared up my toenail fungus. The only downside is the cost of the medication.
3.7Patient Review
11/12/2015
Kerydin for Fungal Infection of Toenails
This is clearing up the fungus I've had for many years. It's helpful to have someone apply it for me.
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Patient Q&A Section about kerydin

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

How effective is Kerydin for toenail fungus?

"There two main types of antifungal agents, Jublia (efinaconazole) and Kerydin (tacaborole). Jublia was applied daily for 48 weeks and evaluated after one full year. The results showed that 15 to 18% of study subjects were completely cured of nail fungus. Daily use of Kerydin resulted in a cure rate for 6.5-9% of study subjects."

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Does Kerydin really work?

"Kerydin and Jublia are only effective in curing nail fungus in a small percentage of patients. The best option for treating onychomycosis is laser removal."

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How long does Kerydin take to work?

"Whenever you are treating fungal toenail infections, you will need to be very patient. This is because it usually takes many months to get rid of fungus and for healthy nails to grow back. Tavaborole (Kerydin) should be used for 48 weeks (over 10 months)."

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Do I need a prescription for Kerydin?

"Kerydin is a prescription medication that is used to treat the symptoms of Onychomycosis of the Toenail. Kerydin may be used by itself or in combination with other medications. Kerydin is classified as an Antifungal, Topical drug."

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