Brand Name
ratio-Nystatin
Common Name
nystatin
In this drug factsheet:
DIN (Drug Identification Number)| 02194236 | RATIO-NYSTATIN TOPICAL CREAM |
| 02194228 | RATIO-NYSTATIN TOPICAL OINTMENT |
| 02194201 | RATIO-NYSTATIN 100,000 UNIT/ML SUSPENSION |
| 02194198 | RATIO-NYSTATIN 500,000 UNIT TABLET |
| 02194163 | RATIO-NYSTATIN VAGINAL CREAM |
How does this medication work? What will it do for me?
Nystatin belongs to the group of medications known as antifungals.
Nystatin oral medications in liquid form are most often used to treat
fungal infections in the mouth.
The liquid and tablets are used to treat a fungal infection of the intestine
known as candidiasis.
This occurs when the fungus known as Candida albicans overgrows in the
intestine as a result of antibiotic or corticosteroid use.
The skin cream, ointment, and powder are used to treat fungal skin infections.
The vaginal cream and vaginal tablets are used to treat vaginal
infections caused by Candida albicans.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the
ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this
with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to
your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
How should I use this medication?
Oral suspension (liquid): The recommended dose of nystatin oral suspension for prevention or treatment of candida infections is 100,000 units (1 mL of suspension) three or four times daily, dropped into the side of the mouth and swallowed. This dose applies to all ages. The solution should be held in the mouth for some time and gargled before swallowing. Dosage may be increased for severe or difficult to treat infections. A 1 mL dropper is supplied with the suspension for easy measurement. The bottle should be shaken before use.
Oral tablets: The usual dose is one tablet (500,000 units) three times daily. In adults, this dosage can be increased to two tablets three times daily if necessary.
Skin cream, ointment, or powder: Cream, ointment, or powder should be applied liberally to affected areas one to four times daily or as prescribed by the doctor.
Vaginal cream: The usual dose is one full applicator inserted into the vagina daily. In severe infections, a dose of one applicator every 12 hours may be given. Usually, treatment is given for two weeks. Treatment should be continued during menstruation.
Vaginal tablets: The usual dose is one tablet inserted high into the vagina using the applicator, once or twice daily. Usually, treatment is given for two weeks. Treatment should be continued during menstruation.
To prevent a relapse, treatment should be continued for at least 48 hours after the symptoms go away, regardless of dosage form.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important that this medication be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue on with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue on with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Store this medication at room temperature, protect it from light and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children.
This medication is available under multiple brand names and in several different forms. Any specific brand name of this medication may not be available in all of the forms listed here. The forms available for the specific brand you have searched are listed under "What form(s) does this medication come in?"
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
What form(s) does this medication come in?
Oral Suspension
Each mL of light yellow suspension with cherry-like odour contains nystatin 100,000 units. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial flavouring, calcium disodium EDTA, D&C Yellow No. 10, magnesium aluminum silicate, methylparaben, polysorbate 80, propylparaben, purified water and sucrose.
Oral Tablets
Each round, film-coated, biconvex, pink tablet, imprinted with "TEC" on one side, contains nystatin 500,000 units. Nonmedicinal ingredients: cornstarch, D&C red No. 30 aluminum lake, ethylcellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, magnesium stearate, mineral oil, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid and titanium dioxide.
Powder
For use only in extemporaneous prescription compounding of oral and topical preparations. Nonmedicinal ingredients: none.
Topical Cream
Each g of light yellow cream with a characteristic odour contains nystatin 100,000 units. Nonmedicinal ingredients: emulsifying wax, glycerin, isopropyl myristate, purified water and sorbic acid.
Topical Ointment
Each g of yellow, smooth, homogenous ointment contains nystatin 100,000 units. Nonmedicinal ingredients: mineral oil and polyethylene.
Vaginal Cream (100,000 units/g)
Each g of light yellow cream with a characteristic odour contains nystatin 100,000 units. Nonmedicinal ingredients: emulsifying wax, glycerin, isopropyl myristate, purified water and sorbic acid.
Some medications may have other generic brands available. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of switching between brands of the same medication.
Who should NOT take this medication?
This medication should not be used by anyone allergic to nystatin or any of
the ingredients.
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