Polyene Antifungal
Nystatin
The FDA lists this product in 59 strengths and forms.
Indications
Nyamyc® (Nystatin Topical Powder, USP) is indicated in the treatment of cutaneous or mucocutaneous mycotic infections caused by Candida albicans and other susceptible Candida species. Nyamyc® (Nystatin Topical Powder, USP) is not indicated for systemic, oral, intravaginal or ophthalmic use.
Contraindications
Nyamyc® (Nystatin Topical Powder, USP) is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its components.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy Teratogenic Effects Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with any nystatin topical preparation. It also is not known whether theses preparations can cause fetal harm when used by a pregnant woman or can affect reproductive capacity. Nyamyc® (Nystatin Topical Powder, USP) should be prescribed for a pregnant woman only if the potential benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus.
Adverse reactions
The frequency of adverse events reported in patients using nystatin topical preparations is less than 0.1%. The more common events that were reported include allergic reactions, burning, itching, rash, eczema, and pain on application. [see PRECAUTIONS: General ].
Composition
- Active ingredients
- NYSTATIN 100,000 UNITS/GM
Strengths and forms
The FDA lists each strength of a product separately; these pages share one label.



