Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Nystatin
Chemical Class
Polyene
ATC Code
A07AA02, D01AA01, G01AA01
Status
Essential Medicine
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Uses
Nystatin is an antifungal medication. Nystatin prevents fungus from growing on your skin. Nystatin topical (for the skin) is used to trea...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Polyene
Nystatin also known as Fungicidin. It is of Semi Synthetic origin and belongs to Polyene. It belongs to Antifungal Agent, Topical pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Nystatin is 926.00. Its pKa is 4.5, 8.64.
How to Take It
1
Adult · Buccal
100000 IU — As recommended.
Preferably 2-4 times a day.
2
Child · Buccal
100000 IU/gm — 8 hourly
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Safety Alerts
You should not use nystatin topical if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it
FDA pregnancy category C
It is not known whether nystatin topical will harm an unborn baby
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication
It is not known whether nystatin topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby
Important Warnings
Do not use nystatin topical to treat any skin condition that has not been checked by your doctor
Nystatin topical (for the skin) is not for use to treat a vaginal yeast infection
Avoid getting this medication in your eyes or mouth
If this does happen, rinse with water
Use this medication for the full prescribed length of time
Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse while using nystatin topical
Do not share this medication with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have
Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hivesdifficulty breathingswelling of your facelipstongueor throat. Stop using nystatin topical and call your doctor at once if you have severe burningitchingrashpainor other irritation where the medicine is applied. Less serious side effects may include mild itching or irritation. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Drug Interactions
It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied nystatin topical. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription
over-the-counter
vitamin
and herbal products . Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
Storage
Tab, Drops, Pessaries, Oint, Cream Store Below 40°C. Do not Freeze. Store in a well closed container. Protect from Sunlight.
Price Intelligence
Rs 85.53
DRAP approved maximum price · per 30ml · approved 30 Jun, 2026
No retail price observed for this pack. Retailers may not exceed the approved maximum.
Prices across sources
DRAPper 30mlRs 85.53
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Same active ingredient, a different dose. Never switch strength without your doctor or pharmacist.
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