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Nistin 100000 iu Ointment

Manufactured byJawa Laboratories
ContainsNystatin
Description
Nistin 100000 iu Ointment is an antifungal medicine. It is mainly used in treating fungal infections of the skin, mouth, vagina, and intestinal tract. It works by stopping the growth of fungus. It is effective only for the treatment of infections caused by fungus and not viruses or bacteria. Nistin 100000 iu Ointment has some common side effects that may include skin irritation, mouth irritation, stomach pain, and diarrhoea. These side effects usually subside with time. However, consult your doctor for further assistance if they persist or worsen. Nistin 100000 iu Ointment should be used as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Take it every day at the same time to maintain a consistent level of this medicine in your blood. Take this medicine for the recommended duration. Continue using this medicine for the prescribed duration to avoid a flare-up of your symptoms. Nistin 100000 iu Ointment is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor about all your other health problems and ongoing medications. Frequent monitoring, dose adjustment, or replacement with suitable alternatives will be done by your doctor based on your clinical condition. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Nistin 100000 iu Ointment

  • Itching at application site
  • Skin irritation
  • Burning or irritation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Skin rash

Uses of Nistin 100000 iu Ointment

What is it prescribed for?

  • Fungal infections
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Through the oral route, the effect of Nistin 100000 iu Ointment can be observed within 24 to 72 hours. The topical form usually takes two days to show its effectiveness.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time for which Nistin 100000 iu Ointment remains effective in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Nistin 100000 iu Ointment.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Nistin 100000 iu Ointment should only be applied during pregnancy after consulting your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Nistin 100000 iu Ointment should only be applied during breastfeeding after consulting your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Nistin 100000 iu Ointment if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any worsening of symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Nistin 100000 iu Ointment should only be applied during pregnancy after consulting your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Nistin 100000 iu Ointment should only be applied during breastfeeding after consulting your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

Breathing difficulty

Nistin 100000 iu Ointment should be taken with caution if you have any breathing difficulty. Frequent monitoring, dose adjustment, or replacement with suitable alternatives will be done by your doctor based on your clinical condition.

Rapid heart rate

Nistin 100000 iu Ointment should be taken with caution as it may cause rapid heart rate. Frequent monitoring, dose adjustment, or replacement with suitable alternatives will be done by your doctor based on your clinical condition.

Treatment course

Complete the duration of treatment recommended by your doctor to avoid a flare-up of your symptoms.

Missed Dose

Do not miss the dose of Nistin 100000 iu Ointment. In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Nistin 100000 iu Ointment. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Oral forms: Follow all the instructions advised by your doctor while taking Nistin 100000 iu Ointment. Take nystatin with or without food. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take this medicine at around the same time daily. Topical forms: Use this medicine by following all the instructions advised by your doctor. Never use more than the prescribed dose. As it is an external preparation, do not ingest it into the mouth or apply it to the nose, eyes or ears. Vaginal form: Apply a thin film of the medicine to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Nistin 100000 iu Ointment works by stopping the action of a certain vital component of the fungal cell wall. This results in the disruption of the fungus cell membrane and finally kills it.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Topical antifungals, Mouth and throat products, Polyenes

Schedule

Schedule H

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