Nystatin Topical

Nystatin Topical is a prescription medication used for the treatment of mucocutaneous infections and vaginal infections. 

• Nystatin Topical is available under the following different brand names: Mycostatin Topical, Pediaderm AF, PediDri, Nystop

Common side effects of Nystatin Topical include:

• Mild itching, and
• Irritation

Serious side effects of Nystatin Topical include:

• Hives,
• Difficulty breathing,
• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat,
• Severe burning,
• Itching,
• Rash, and
• Pain or irritation where the medicine is applied

Rare side effects of Nystatin Topical include:

• none 

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

• Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors;
• Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
• Serious heart symptoms include fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in the chest; shortness of breath; sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or passing out.

This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur because of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Adult and pediatric dosage

Cream/ointment/powder

• 100,000 units/g

Mucocutaneous Infection

Adult and pediatric dosage

• Apply to the affected area every 8-12 hours until healing is complete or as indicated
• See also combo with triamcinolone

Vaginal Infections

Adult dosage

• Insert 1 tablet/day every night until healing is complete or as indicated

Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows: 

• See “Dosages”

If your medical doctor is using this medicine to treat your pain, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor, health care provider, or pharmacist first.

• Nystatin Topical has no noted severe interactions with any other drugs.
• Nystatin Topical has no noted serious interactions with any other drugs.
• Nystatin Topical has no noted moderate interactions with any other drugs.
• Nystatin Topical has no noted minor interactions with any other drugs.

This information does not contain all possible interactions or adverse effects. Visit the RxList Drug Interaction Checker for any drug interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all your products. Keep a list of all your medications with you and share this information with your doctor and pharmacist. Check with your healthcare professional or doctor for additional medical advice, or if you have health questions or concerns.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity

Effects of drug abuse

• None

Short-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Nystatin Topical?”

Long-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Nystatin Topical?”

Cautions

• Discontinue immediately if signs of a hypersensitivity reaction occur
• Discontinue if irritation occurs at the application site
• For external use only; not for systemic, oral, intravaginal, or ophthalmic use

Pregnancy and Lactation

• Use with caution if the benefits outweigh the risks during pregnancy.
• Lactation
  • Not known whether excreted in breast milk; absorption following oral use is poor; manufacturer advice caution when administering to nursing women