Genadur
Genadur is a prescription nail lacquer used to protect and strengthen nails damaged by fungal infections, chemicals, or environmental factors. Some studies show that it can relieve symptoms of weak nails (e.g., splitting) and improve nail appearance over time.
What is Genadur?
What is Genadur used for?
- Protection and strengthening of fragile nails
How Genadur works
Genadur is a hydrosoluble nail lacquer. It contains ingredients that protect and harden weak nails and improve ridges and splitting. The thin film of Genadur that you apply onto your nail protects the nail from harm and improves your nail condition.
Drug facts
| Common Brands | Genadur |
|---|---|
| Drug Class | Topical nail product |
| Controlled Substance Classification | Not a controlled medication |
| Generic Status | No lower-cost generic available |
| Availability | Prescription only |
Side effects of Genadur
The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
See Risks and Warnings.
The following Genadur side effects have also been reported
No side effects have been reported for biotin in amounts up to 10 milligrams a day. However, check with your health care professional if you notice any unusual effects while you are taking it.
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Pros and cons of Genadur
Pros
- Applied only once a day
- Might work well to lessen nail splitting
- Might help protect nails from damage caused by nail polish removers
Cons
- Requires a prescription
- No lower-cost generic option available
- Might take anywhere between 2 weeks and a few months to see nail improvement
Pharmacist tips for Genadur
- Before applying Genadur, make sure your nails are clean and dry.
- Use the brush that comes with Genadur to apply the medication to your nails.
- Close the bottle of Genadur right after you use it. This helps protect the medication from contamination and to prevent spilling in case you knock the bottle over.
- Don't use Genadur on open wounds or anywhere except for your nails.
- Store Genadur up and away from children and pets.
Risks and warnings for Genadur
Genadur can cause some serious health issues. This risk may be even higher for certain groups. If this worries you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other options.
Only for use on the nails
Only apply Genadur on your nails. To avoid side effects, make sure you don't get the product in your eyes or mouth, and don't apply it to open wounds.
Genadur dosage
Bottle of topical solution| Dosage | Quantity | Price as low as | Price per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12ml | 1 bottle | $199.00 | $199.00 |
Typical dosage for Genadur
Apply a thin layer of Genadur onto the clean and dry nail(s) once a day.
Interactions between Genadur and other drugs
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.
How much does Genadur cost?
$199.00
What are alternatives to Genadur?
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