Category of Drug | Nystatin is an Anti-Infectives |
Mechanism of Action | |
Indications | Nystatin is used for 1. Oral 2. Oesophageal 3. Intestinal 4. Vaginal and cutaneous candidiasis |
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Available dosage forms | 1. TABLETS 2. OINTMENT |
Dose | |
Contraindications | Hypersensitivity |
Precautions | 1. Lactation 2. Discontinue if sensitivity develops 3. Teratogenic effect 4. Should not be used for the treatment of systemic 5. Oral 6. Intravaginal or ophthalmic infections 7. Pregnancy |
Adverse Effects | 1. Rash 2. Vomiting 3. Nausea 4. Abdominal pain 5. Diarrhoea at high doses 6. Oral irritation and sensation 7. Erythema multiforme |
Pregnancy Category | C |