Uses
What the official label says Nystatin is used for
The FDA label for Nystatin states:
Nystatin Oral Suspension is indicated for the treatment of candidiasis in the oral cavity.
Read the label's “Indications and usage” section (verbatim)
Nystatin Oral Suspension is indicated for the treatment of candidiasis in the oral cavity.
Names & forms
Brand names, forms and strengths
Brand names (from RxNorm; not every brand is still sold): Bio-Statin, Nyamyc, Nystop.
Generic name: nystatin · RxNorm ID (RxCUI): 7597
| Form | Strengths listed in RxNorm |
|---|---|
| Oral Capsule | 500000 UNT, 1000000 UNT |
| Oral Lozenge | 100000 UNT, 200000 UNT |
| Oral Suspension | 100000 UNT/ML |
| Oral Tablet | 500000 UNT |
| Topical Cream | 100000 UNT/ML |
| Topical Ointment | 0.1 UNT/MG, 100 UNT/MG |
| Topical Powder | 100 UNT/MG |
| Vaginal Insert | 100000 UNT |
Strengths are listed so you can recognise a product — not as dosing information. Only your prescriber can decide what is right for you.
Appearance
What Nystatin looks like
| Strength | Form | Colour | Shape | Size | Imprint | Score | Labeler |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| nystatin 100000 [USP'U] per mL | suspension | yellow“Light - Creamy” | — | — | — | — | PAI Holdings, LLC dba PAI Pharma |
| nystatin 100000 U per mL | suspension | yellow“bright yellow color” | — | — | — | — | Chartwell RX, LLC |
From the product data in each manufacturer's label on DailyMed. Many companies make Nystatin, so your medicine may look different from any shown here. If a pill looks unfamiliar, ask your pharmacist before taking it.
Read the label's “How supplied” section (verbatim)
Nystatin Oral Suspension USP, 100,000 USP Nystatin Units per mL, is available in a cherry, peppermint flavored, light creamy yellow, ready-to-use suspension, supplied in the following oral dosage forms: NDC 0121-0868-02: 2 fl oz (60mL) bottle with calibrated dropper NDC 0121-0868-16: 16 fl oz (473mL) bottle NDC 0121-0868-05: 5mL unit dose cup. Case contains 40 unit dose cups of 5 mL (NDC 0121-0868-40) packaged in 4 trays of 10 unit dose cups each, 50 unit dose cups of 5 mL (NDC 0121-0868-50) packaged in 5 trays of 10 unit dose cups each and 100 unit dose cups of 5 mL (NDC 0121-0868-00) packaged in 10 trays of 10 unit dose cups each. Storage Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Avoid freezing.
Safety
Important warnings for Nystatin
Contraindications — who should not use it (verbatim)
The preparation is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its components.
Side effects — opening of the label's adverse reactions section
Nystatin is well tolerated even with prolonged therapy. Oral irritation and sensitization have been reported. (See PRECAUTIONS: General ). Gastrointestinal: Diarrhea (including one case of bloody diarrhea), nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal upset/disturbances. Dermatologic: Rash, including urticaria has been reported rarely. Stevens-Johnson syndrome has been reported very rarely. Other: Tachycardia, bronchospasm, facial swelling, and non-specific myalgia have also been rarely reported. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact PAI Pharma at 1-800-845-8210 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
This is not a complete list of warnings or side effects. Read the full label and talk to your prescriber or pharmacist. To report a side effect to the FDA, use MedWatch.
Resources
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