Product Description.:
Nystatin Cream, USP
Nystatin Ointment, USP
DRUG DESCRIPTION
Nystatin Cream USP and Nystatin Ointment USP are for dermatologic use.
Nystatin Cream USP contains 100,000 USP Nystatin Units per gram in an aqueous cream base of emulsifying wax, isopropyl myristate, glycerin, lactic acid, sodium hydroxide and sorbic acid.
Nystatin Ointment USP contains 100,000 USP Nystatin Units per gram in an ointment base of light mineral oil and white petrolatum.
INDICATIONS
Nystatin topical preparations are indicated in the treatment of cutaneous or mucocutaneous mycotic infections caused by Candida (Monilia) albicans and other Candida species.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Nystatin preparations should be applied liberally to affected areas twice a day or as indicated until healing is complete, Nystatin cream is usually preferred to nystatin ointment in candidiasis involving intertriginous area very moist lesions, however, are best treated with nystatin topical powder.
The preparations do not stain skin or mucous membranes and they provide simple, convenient means of treatment.
SIDE EFFECTS
Nystatin is virtually nontoxic and non sensitizing and is well tolerated by all age groups including debilitated infants, even on prolonged administration. If irritation on topical application should occur, discontinue medication.
PRECAUTIONS
Should a reaction of hypersensitivity occur the drug should be immediately withdrawn and appropriate measures taken.
These preparations are not for ophthalmic use.
