Polyene Antifungal
Nystatin
The FDA lists this product in 59 strengths and forms.
Indications
Nystatin Tablets are intended for the treatment of non-esophageal mucus membrane gastrointestinal candidiasis.
Contraindications
Nystatin Tablets are contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of their components.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy Teratogenic Effects Category C Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with nystatin. It is also not known whether nystatin can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. Nystatin should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.
Adverse reactions
Nystatin is well tolerated even with prolonged therapy. Oral irritation and sensitization have been reported. (See PRECAUTIONS: General .) Gastrointestinal Diarrhea (including one case of bloody diarrhea), nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal upset/disturbances. Dermatologic Rash, including urticaria has been reported rarely. Stevens-Johnson syndrome has been reported very rarely. Other Tachycardia, bronchospasm, facial swelling, and nonspecific myalgia have also been rarely reported.
To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Avet Pharmaceuticals Inc. at 1-866-901-DRUG (3784) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .
Composition
- Active ingredients
- NYSTATIN 500,000 UNITS
Strengths and forms
The FDA lists each strength of a product separately; these pages share one label.



