What is the best treatment for nail/toenail fungus?

Oral medication: As long as there are no contraindications and you are healthy. Laser therapy is gaining popularity as a reliable treatment. Bear in mind that recurrence is always possible in future regardless of treatment if you are prone to this condition.

There are multiple : In my opinion and personal experience laser treatment has proven to be very effective with no adverse reactions. However, the classic treatment of choice is probably terbinafine tablets for 3 months under direct medical supervision.

Variety of options : Topical or oral medication can help. Visit a local podiatrist for further evaluation and treatment. Importance of prevention is big as well. Antifungal powders, sprays & changing socks are important.

Oral antifungal drug: Toenail fungus do not respond to local treatment and you need oral antifungal drugs like Lamisil (terbinafine) for 8 to 12 weeks.Cosult your family physician and get treated.

Toenail fungus: There are a slew of side effects with Lamisil (terbinafine) that include liver and bone marrow side effects. You need monthly blood tests to monitor this with lamisil (terbinafine). Then there is the cost - not usually covered by insurance - at around 300 per month. There are topicals the work sometimes, nail removal and the newest is laser treatment - all without pills.