Nystatin Oral Suspension Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Nystatin 100000Units/mL.
Pharmacological Class
Polyene antifungal.
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How Supplied
Contact supplier.
Manufacturer
Nystatin Oral Suspension Indications
Indications
Oral candidiasis.
Nystatin Oral Suspension Dosage and Administration
Adult
4–6mL (½ of dose on each side of mouth) 4 times daily. Retain in mouth as long as possible before swallowing.
Children
Infants: 2mL 4 times daily (1mL on each side of mouth). Older children: as adult.
Nystatin Oral Suspension Contraindications
Not Applicable
Nystatin Oral Suspension Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Nystatin Oral Suspension Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Not for treatment of systemic mycoses. Confirm diagnosis by KOH smear and/or culture. Continue treatment for at least 48 hrs after clinical cure. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Nystatin Oral Suspension Pharmacokinetics
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Nystatin Oral Suspension Interactions
Not Applicable
Nystatin Oral Suspension Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Diarrhea, GI distress, nausea, vomiting, oral irritation.
Nystatin Oral Suspension Clinical Trials
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Nystatin Oral Suspension Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Mycostatin.
Nystatin Oral Suspension Patient Counseling
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