Related to this topic: Medicines | Equipment | Books | Your Experience | Other resources | Glossaries
Print options: Printer friendly version of this leaflet (html)     Other options:  AddThis Social Bookmark Button (what's this?)

Nystatin (topical)

About nystatin (topical)

Type of medicine Antifungal
Used for Treatment of fungal and yeast infections of the skin, especially those caused by Candida Albicans
Also called Nystan®
Available as Cream
Ointment

Nystatin (topical) works by killing fungi and yeasts.

Before using nystatin (topical)

Before using nystatin (topical) make sure your doctor or pharmacist knows:

  • If you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding.

How to use nystatin (topical)

  • Follow the instructions given to you by your doctor.

Getting the most from your treatment

  • Continue using nystatin (topical) for a few days after the infection has cleared up.

Can nystatin (topical) cause problems

Along with their useful effects all medicines can cause unwanted side effects, which usually improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine. While it is very unlikely that you will experience any side effects from using nystatin topical, speak with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any unusual effects.

How to store nystatin (topical)

  • Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
  • Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.

Important information about all medicines


  • Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.
  • Make sure that the person prescribing this medicine knows about any other medicines that you are taking. This includes medicines you buy and herbal and homeopathic medicines.
  • If you buy any medicines check with a pharmacist that they are safe to take with your other medicines.
  • Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction after taking any medicine.
  • Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you or someone else has taken an overdose of this medicine go to the accident and emergency department of your local hospital at once. Always take the container with you, if possible, even if it is empty.
  • If you are having any treatment like an operation or dental treatment tell the person carrying out the treatment which medicines you are taking.
  • Always read the printed information leaflet that comes with your medicine.
  • This medicine is for you. Never give it to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
  • Never keep out of date or unwanted medicines. Take them to your local pharmacy which will dispose of them for you.
  • If you have any questions about this medicine ask your pharmacist.

References

  • British National Formulary; 54th Edition (September 2007) British Medical Association and Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain, London (link to current BNF).
  • Manufacturer's PIL, Nystan® Ointment, ER Squibb & Sons Ltd, electronic Medicines Compendium. Dated June 2005, accessed on 11 January 2008.
© EMIS 2008 DocID:
3586		 DocRef:
dils3073		 Last Updated:
4 Feb 2008		 Date of Next Review:
3 Feb 2010		 Version:
22














Disclaimer: Patient UK has no control of the content of the above links. Inclusion does not imply endorsement by Patient UK.

Advertise on this site









Disclaimer: Patient UK has no control of the content of the above links. Inclusion does not imply endorsement by Patient UK.

Advertise on this site

PS - Health and Poverty

Perhaps the biggest cause of ill health in the world is poverty. Help to Make Poverty History. For example, why not lend some of your money to disadvantaged communities to enable them to trade their way out of poverty through schemes such as Shared Interest.

See also MAKEPOVERTYHISTORY North East for details and links to campaigns against poverty.

^ Top of Page