Generic name: nystatin (oral) [ nye-STAT-in ]
Brand name: Bio-Statin
Dosage forms: oral capsule (1000000 units; 500000 units); oral suspension (100000 units/mL); oral tablet (500000 units)
Drug classes:Mouth and throat products, Polyenes
What is nystatin?
Nystatin when taken by mouth is used to treat yeast infections in the mouth.
Oral nystatin is not absorbed into your bloodstream and will not treat fungal infections in other parts of the body or on the skin.
Nystatin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use nystatin if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not give nystatin to a child without medical advice.
How should I take nystatin?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Take this medicine with a full glass of water.
Shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose. Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
When taking liquid nystatin to treat a yeast infection of the mouth, you may need to hold the medicine in your mouth for as long as possible. ...
