Description

Nystatin is an antifungal antibiotic active against a wide range of yeasts and yeast like fungi including Candida albicans. It is used for the prevention and treatment of Candida infections of oral cavity, esophagus and intestinal tract. It provides effective prophylaxis against oral candidiasis in those born of mothers with vaginal candidiasis. It is used for the prophylaxis of Candida overgrowth during courses of broadspectrum antibiotics.

Nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea have occasionally been reported with high doses of Nystatin. No systemic effects or allergic reactions have been associated with its oral dose.

Absorption of Nystatin from the gastrointestinal tract is negligible, therefore no special precautions apply in pregnancy.

Absorption from the gastrointestinal tract is negligible, therefore no special precaution is required to apply in pregnancy and lactation.

Drugs for subcutaneous and mycoses, Drugs used in Vaginal and Vulval condition

Store in a cool and dry place, protect from light. Keep out of reach of children.