Nystatin

Generic name: Nystatin (oral)
Brand names: Bio-Statin

Usage of Nystatin

Nystatin when taken by mouth is used to treat yeast infections in the mouth.

Oral nystatin is not absorbed into your bloodstream and will not treat fungal infections in other parts of the body or on the skin.

Nystatin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Nystatin side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using nystatin if you have mouth irritation.

Nystatin may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

fast heart rate;

trouble breathing; or

severe skin reaction--fever, sore throat, swelling in your face or tongue, burning in your eyes, skin pain, followed by a red or purple skin rash that spreads (especially in the face or upper body) and causes blistering and peeling.

Common side effects of nystatin may include:

mouth irritation;

upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea; or

skin rash.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Nystatin

You should not use nystatin if you are allergic to it.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give nystatin to a child without medical advice.

How to use Nystatin

Usual Adult Dose for Oral Thrush:

Recommended dose: 400,000 to 600,000 units of the oral suspension orally 4 times a dayDuration of therapy: At least 48 hours after symptoms have disappeared and cultures demonstrate eradicationComment:-For the treatment of oral candidiasis, the suspension should be retained in the mouth for as long as possible before swallowing.Use: Treatment of oral candidiasis in the oral cavity

Usual Adult Dose for Intestinal Candidiasis:

Recommended dose: 500,000 to 1,000,000 units of the tablet formulation orally 3 times a dayDuration of therapy: At least 48 hours after clinical cureUse: Treatment of non-esophageal mucus membrane gastrointestinal candidiasis

Usual Pediatric Dose for Oral Thrush:

1 month to 12 months:-Recommended dose: 200,000 units of the oral suspension orally 4 times a day1 year to 18 years:-Recommended dose: 400,000 to 600,000 units of the oral suspension orally 4 times a day-Duration of therapy: At least 48 hours after symptoms have disappeared and cultures demonstrate eradicationComments:-Limited data in premature and low birth weight infants indicated efficacy with 100,000 units orally 4 times a day.-Infants should avoid feeding for 5 to 10 minutes after administration.-For the treatment of oral candidiasis, the suspension should be retained in the mouth for as long as possible before swallowing.Use: Treatment of oral candidiasis in the oral cavity

Warnings

Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

What other drugs will affect Nystatin

Other drugs may affect nystatin, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.

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