Nystatin

Nystatin is available in the form of a suspension, and is administered orally. It is used to treat candidiasis in the mouth. It is fungicidal against a wide variety of yeasts and other fungi.

There seem to be no adverse effects due to prolonged usage. There have been reports of oral irritation and sensitization. There have also been reports of nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal disturbances and bloody diarrhea. Urticaria and rashes have also been reported in certain cases. Facial swelling, tachycardia, bronchospasm and myalgia have been occasionally reported.

This medicine is not to be used for the treatment of systemic mycoses. Treatment must be discontinued if any sensitization or irritation or any allergic reaction is observed. Overdose may result in nausea and / or gastrointestinal upsets. There have been no reports of any serious or toxic effects. This medicine is contraindicated in patients who have a history of hypersensitivity or allergic reactions to Nystatin or to any of its components.

Make sure that you keep your doctor informed of your health conditions, your past and present medication, and any other over-the-counter product that you may be using. Also inform your medical practitioner of your history of allergic reactions to various substances.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Skin Infection

• Fungal Infections

• Thrush

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Application Site Swelling

• Burning Sensation

• Skin Irritation

• Itching

• Skin Redness

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Nistin 100000iu ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Nistin 100000iu ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Nystatin as ingredient

• Panderm Powder

  Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Zovate Gn Cream

  Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Nistin 100000Iu Ointment

  Jawa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

This medicine works as a fungicide. It expresses its fungicidal activity by binding to ergosterol which is present in fungal cell membranes, thereby leading to the formation of pores in the membrane. Cell death takes place when potassium and other cellular ingredients from the pores.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.