Nystatin (Topical Route)

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Nystatin (Topical Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Mycostatin
  • Nystop
  • Pedi-Dri

Canadian Brand Names

  • Mycostatin Cream
  • Mycostatin Ointment
  • Mycostatin Powder
  • Nadostine
  • Nilstat Topical Cream
  • Nilstat Topical Ointment
  • Nyaderm Cream
  • Nyaderm Ointment

Description

Nystatin belongs to the group of medicines called antifungals. Topical nystatin is used to treat some types of fungus infections of the skin.

Nystatin is available in the U.S. only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Powder
  • Ointment
  • Cream
Before Using

DR601023

Portions of this document last updated:

Oct. 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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