Penlac is available in fluid form, which is to be spread on the nails as well as the skin around and below the nail. General prescription is for a one-time application daily (usually night time application is advisable). Follow the method of applications as mentioned on the medication label or as instructed by the Physician / Pharmacist. Excess use does not result in quicker relief. As mentioned earlier, Penlac takes at least six months to prove effective and regular proper use is essential.
Following is the general method of application:
1. Users should ensure that nails are properly trimmed at their first treatment session.
2. Attached applicator brush should be used to properly spread the cream on all damaged nails uniformly. Users should try to apply Penlac on the lower side of the nail and the skin below the nail if possible.
3. Bottle cover and mouth should be carefully cleaned and the bottle should be closed tightly.
4. The nails should be left untouched for half a minute and then user can wear socks/stockings etc.
5. For the second or next application time, Penlac should be directly applied over the first session layer. User is not required to clean it.
6. After a week of application, the nail should be then cleaned with cotton and rubbing alcohol to remove all Ciclopirox topical cream. Now the affected nail should be cut or trimmed etc. and the entire process repeated.

Penlac should be stored at normal temperature away from heat and moisture. Penlac should not come in direct light or in contact with fire, like cigarettes etc as it is highly combustible. It should not be accessible to pets or children. User should dispose off outdated Penlac medication and ensure its proper disposal.

Following are Penlac related precautions, to be observed before users purchase Penlac:

• Users should disclose any allergies esp. to Ciclopirox or any of the other ingredients of Penlac. Users can discuss the ingredients with their Physician before actual Penlac use.
• Users should disclose the following to their Physician before starting Penlac use: organ replacement; latest incidence of chicken pox; have a medical history of HIV, AIDS or severe combined immunodeficiency syndrome (SCID); cancer; cold sores; diabetes; flaky, itchy, or crusty skin; genital herpes; shingles; other fungal problems like athlete's foot and ringworm; peripheral vascular disease; or seizures.
• User should disclose Penlac use if user conceives or is planning family or user is a breastfeeding mother.
• Users should avoid sharing equipment for cleaning nails. They should ensure maintaining clean and dry nails. Users should avoid loose fitting or high heeled shoes or moving barefoot anywhere. Users should wear protective clothing like proper shoes, gloves to protect nails from injury during work, sports etc.

Generic Penlac (Ciclopirox) is prescribed for various bacterial infections. Users should disclose and discuss all dietary and lifestyle habits with doctor before they start Penlac (Ciclopirox) use. Users can buy penlac from their local drugstore or can also purchase penlac online from various online pharmacies.