Dosage form: oral suspension
Drug classes:Mouth and throat products, Polyenes
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 1, 2022.
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INDICATIONS & USAGE
Nystatin Oral Suspension is indicated for the treatment of infections of the oral cavity caused by Candida albicans.
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION
Infants: 2 mL (200,000 units) four times daily (1 mL in each side of mouth).
Pediatric patients and adults: 4 to 6 mL (400,000 to 600,000 units) four times daily (one-half of dose in each side of mouth).
NOTE: Limited clinical studies in neonates, including premature and low-birth weight neonates, indicate that 1 mL (100,000 units) four times daily is effective.
Local treatment should be continued at least 48 hours after perioral symptoms have disappeared and/or cultures returned to normal. It is recommended that the drug be retained in the mouth as long as possible before swallowing.
CAUTION
The Packaging of This Product Contains Natural Rubber Latex Which May Cause Allergic Reactions
Contraindications
Nystatin is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to nystatin or any of the suspension components
Precautions
General
Discontinue treatment with nystatin if sensitization or irritation is reported duri
