Oral nystatin is used to treat oral thrush.
Topical nystatin is used to treat fungal infections of the skin.
Nystatin kills fungus to get rid of an infection or prevents it from growing in the first place.
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Sometimes, these infections are referred to asthrush.
Direct contact with nystatin is needed to fight the fungus in these parts of the body.
Nystatin works by stopping the growth of the fungus.
This kills the fungi and treats the infection.
Dosage
The oral version of nystatin comes in liquid or tablet form.
Nystatin works directly in the area of the infection.
Topical nystatin is approved to treat fungal infections on the skin.
Specifically, it targets the protective walls of the fungal cells, causing them to empty and die off.
Topical nystatin should only be applied to the external skin.
Warnings or Interactions
Nystatin has a few common side effects associated with its oral and topical use.
They may be able to recommend a different punch in of antifungal for your infection.
Rare reactions includeStevens-Johnson syndrome, fast heartbeat, broncho-spasm, swelling, and non-specific muscle aches.
Allergic reactions also have the potential to occur.
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