What is Jublia: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated Jan. 12, 2021  •  Published Dec. 30, 2020

Jublia overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Jublia

Generic Names:

  • Jublia

Uses:

  • Treats fungal infection of the toenails.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Antifungal

Forms:

  • Liquid

How it’s taken:

  • On the skin

What form(s) does Jublia come in

  • Liquid

What are common Jublia doses?

  • Bottle 4ML of 10%

  • Bottle 8ML of 10%

Common Jublia prescriptions

  • Jublia
    4ml of 10% bottle

  • Jublia
    8ml of 10% bottle

How to take Jublia

  • Use this medicine as directed.

  • This medicine is for use on the toenails and surrounding skin only. Do not use it for infections in the eyes, mouth, or vagina.

  • Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.

  • Use the applicator brush to apply to the affected toenail and surrounding skin. Do not squeeze the bottle while you are brushing the medicine on.

  • Wait at least 10 minutes after you shower, bathe, or wash before you apply the medicine. Your toenails must be clean and dry when you put the medicine on. Let the medicine dry completely after you apply it.

  • Ask your doctor before you get a pedicure, use nail polish, or use gel nails or acrylic nails while you are being treated with this medicine.

  • Take all of the medicine in your prescription to clear up your infection, even if you feel better after the first few doses.

  • Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

  • Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze.

  • Use the applicator brush to apply to the affected toenail and surrounding skin. Do not squeeze the bottle while you are brushing the medicine on.

  • Use this medicine as directed.

  • Take all of the medicine in your prescription to clear up your infection, even if you feel better after the first few doses.

  • This medicine is for use on the toenails and surrounding skin only. Do not use it for infections in the eyes, mouth, or vagina.

  • Wait at least 10 minutes after you shower, bathe, or wash before you apply the medicine. Your toenails must be clean and dry when you put the medicine on. Let the medicine dry completely after you apply it.

  • Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

  • Ask your doctor before you get a pedicure, use nail polish, or use gel nails or acrylic nails while you are being treated with this medicine.

  • Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze.

Jublia contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to efinaconazole.

Jublia warnings

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

  • This medicine can catch on fire. Do not use it near heat, an open flame, or while smoking.

Jublia interactions

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

  • This medicine can catch on fire. Do not use it near heat, an open flame, or while smoking.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Jublia side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Ingrown toenail

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Ingrown toenail

  • Blisters, burning, itching, pain, stinging, or redness at the application site