Canespro ingredients explained
The active ingredient is urea at 40%. The rest of the formulation exists to hold that urea against the nail for 24 hours.
Canespro Fungal Nail Treatment Set
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Active ingredient
Urea 40% — a keratolytic that breaks down the keratin in diseased nail.
Full formulation
Urea 40%. Also contains white soft paraffin, liquid paraffin, beeswax, colloidal anhydrous silica and lanolin (wool fat). Always read the patient information leaflet supplied in the pack for the full ingredient list.
Allergy notes
The ointment contains lanolin (wool fat), which can cause a reaction in people sensitive to it. Check the leaflet before first use.
Frequently asked
Is urea an antifungal?
No. Urea removes the infected nail; it does not kill fungus. Removing the nail is what makes any follow-on antifungal effective.
Is it suitable for vegans?
It contains lanolin and beeswax, so it is not suitable for a strict vegan routine.