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Egton Medical Information Systems Limited has used all reasonable care in compiling the information but make no warranty as to its accuracy. Consult a doctor or other health care professional for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions. For details see our conditions. Use nystatin suspension four times a day. It is best to use the drops after meals. In this case, just skip the missed dose and take your next one as normal. If you forget doses often, it may help to set an alarm to remind you.
You could also ask your pharmacist for advice on other ways to remember your medicines. Nystatin is generally very safe. Taking too much is unlikely to harm you or your child.
If your nystatin cream or ointment contains a strong steroid called clobetasol, talk to your pharmacist or doctor. They'll be able to tell you if you've used too much.
Like all medicines, nystatin can cause side effects, but most people have no side effects or only minor ones. If you're taking nystatin liquid, talk to your pharmacist or doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away:. If you're using nystatin cream or ointment, stop using the product and talk to your pharmacist or doctor if:.
It happens rarely but it is possible to have a serious allergic reaction anaphylaxis to nystatin. You could be having a serious allergic reaction and may need immediate treatment in hospital. These are not all the side effects of nystatin. For a full list, see the leaflet inside your medicine packet. You can report any suspected side effect to the UK safety scheme. It's usually safe to take nystatin while you're pregnant or trying for a baby. Talk to your doctor if you're using a nystatin cream or ointment mixed with other ingredients.
They will be able to tell you if the other ingredients are safe to use while you're pregnant. It's usually safe to take nystatin liquid while you're breastfeeding. Your doctor will be able to tell you if the other ingredients are safe while you're breastfeeding. If you're using nystatin cream or ointment on your breasts, wash it off your breasts before feeding your baby. Then wash your hands before you touch your nipple to your baby's mouth. If your baby is being treated for oral thrush, you can carry on breastfeeding, but you'll need to be treated at the same time.
If you have prescribed nystatin cream or ointment, apply it around your nipples after each time you breastfeed. Nystatin liquid, cream or ointment are generally OK to use when taking other medicines, including painkillers. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you're using a nystatin cream or ointment mixed with other ingredients. They'll be able to tell you if the other ingredients are safe to take with other medicines. There's very little information about taking herbal remedies and supplements with nystatin.
They're not tested in the same way as prescription medicines. Tell a pharmacist or doctor if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal medicines, vitamins or supplements. It makes holes in the cell membrane of the fungus and the contents leak out. This kills the fungus and treats the infection.
If you're taking nystatin to prevent an infection, the medicine kills any fungus as it starts to appear. It depends on the type of infection you have. Some will take longer to get better. Nystatin liquid will start to work after around 2 days. Keep taking it even after you start to feel better. Take it for as long as your doctor tells you to, as it can take time to kill all the fungus. If you're using a nystatin cream or ointment mixed with other ingredients, talk to your pharmacist or doctor about how long it will take to work.
Nystatin is in a class of antifungal medications called polyenes. It works by stopping the growth of fungi that cause infection. Nystatin comes as a tablet and a suspension liquid to take by mouth.
For the treatment of fungal infections of the lining of the stomach and intestines, nystatin tablets are usually taken three times a day. For the treatment of fungal infections of the mouth, nystatin suspension is usually used four times a day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand.
Use nystatin exactly as directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Shake the suspension well before each use to mix the medication evenly. Place half of the dose in each side of the mouth and hold it there as long as possible before swallowing. Use nystatin as long as instructed by your doctor, even if you feel better. If you stop using nystatin too soon or skip doses, your infection may not be completely treated. This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember it.
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