Nystatin (nystatin)
Topical Antifungals Topical Ointment (Gram)
Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
Overview
Nystatin, a polyene antibiotic, is an antifungal agent.
USES: Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections. Nystatin is an antifungal that works by stopping the growth of fungus.
Generic name: nystatin
Pronunciation: (NYE-stat-in)
Drug class: Topical Antifungals
Therapeutic class: Dermatological
Reference product & biosimilars
No reference, biosimilar or interchangeable associated with this drug.
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Nystatin:
- Cutaneous Candidiasis
Also known as: Cutaneous Candidosis, Cutaneous Moniliasis.
Dosing
Dosage of nystatin is expressed in terms of USP nystatin units.
Nystatin is applied topically to the skin as a cream, ointment, or powder. Nystatin also is commercially available in fixed combination with a corticosteroid (i.e., triamcinolone acetonide) for topical application to the skin as a cream or ointment.
Nystatin is applied topically to the oral cavity as an oral suspension and is administered orally as film-coated tablets.
Although nystatin has been administered intravaginally, intravaginal preparations of the drug are no longer commercially available in the US.
| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Nystatin 100,000 Unit/Gm Oint | Maintenance | Apply to the affected area(s) by topical route 2 times per day. |
| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Nystatin 100,000 Unit/Gm Oint | Maintenance | Apply to the affected area(s) by topical route 2 times per day. |
Drug interactions
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There are no contraindication interactions for this drug.
There are no severe interactions for this drug.
There are no moderate interactions for this drug.
Contraindications
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There are no contraindication contraindications for this drug.
There are no severe contraindications for this drug.
- No disease contraindications
Adverse reactions
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There are no severe adverse reactions for this drug.
Rare or Very Rare
- Eczema
- Pruritus of skin
- Skin irritation
- Skin rash
- Treatment site sequelae
Precautions
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Animal reproduction studies have not been performed using topical or oral nystatin. It is not known whether nystatin can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity.
Topical nystatin should be used during pregnancy only if potential benefits outweigh potential risks to the fetus.
Oral nystatin (oral suspension, tablets) should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
Fixed-combination topical preparations containing nystatin and triamcinolone acetonide should be used during pregnancy only if potential benefits outweigh potential risks to the fetus. Topical preparations containing corticosteroids should not be used extensively, in large amounts, or for prolonged periods during pregnancy.
It is not known whether nystatin is distributed into human milk.
Nystatin and fixed combinations containing nystatin and triamcinolone acetonide should be used with caution in nursing women.
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ICD codes
| Code | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Cutaneous candidiasis | ||
| B37.2 | ICD10CM | Candidiasis of skin and nail |
ICD code information from First Databank (FDB).
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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
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