Nistatin (Nistatinum) ointment 15 g. tube

Description

Nistatin composition
One 1 g of ointment in its composition contains the active ingredient: nystatin (100,000 U), as well as additional substances: macrogol, cetostearyl ether, polyethylene oxide-400, mineral oil, cetostearyl alcohol, purified water.

Release form
The drug Nistatin is produced in the form of a yellow or brownish ointment, a homogeneous consistency with a weak specific odor.
In a cardboard box, one tube of 15 g.

Pharmacological properties
Nistatin belongs to antifungal drugs intended for external use in dermatology. The active ingredient nystatin, which is part of the composition, is an antibiotic of the polyene group, the activity of which is expressed in the action on pathogenic fungi. In particular, yeast-like fungi of the genus Candida and Aspergillus.
It has antifungal, antiexudative effect. The mechanism of action of the drug is due to a violation of the permeability of the cytoplasmic membrane, which leads to the loss of the contents of the fungal cell and its death.

Indications for use
The drug Nistatin is used and prescribed for the treatment of diseases that were caused by fungi of the genus Candida (Candida albicans, etc.), candidiasis of the skin, mucous membranes: stomatitis, diaper rash, thrush, mycoses caused by aspergillus. Also, the ointment is used to prevent candidiasis during treatment with antibacterial agents.

Contraindications
The drug is contraindicated for use in children, with intolerance to the components that make up the composition, with viral skin lesions, tuberculosis and staphylococcal pyoderma of the skin.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding period
The drug during pregnancy and during breastfeeding is contraindicated for use.

Mode of application
The drug Nistatin is intended for external use.
The ointment must be applied in a thin layer on the affected skin surface 1-2 times a day for 7-10 days. Shortness of application 1-2 times a day.
The duration of treatment is usually about two weeks (10-14 days).
In chronic generalized and recurrent candidiasis, repeated courses of treatment should be carried out after a 15-20 day break.
When using the drug, do not allow the ointment to get into the eyes or on other mucous membranes.

Overdose
There were no cases of drug overdose. To avoid intoxication of the body with the ointment, it is worth adhering to the recommended doses.

Adverse reactions
Adverse reactions during the use of the drug Nistatin can manifest itself in the form of allergic reactions: chills, rash, itching, fever. The composition of the ointment contains cetostearyl alcohol, which can lead to local skin reactions, such as contact dermatitis.
If the use of the drug has caused manifestations of negative reactions, consult a doctor.

Storage conditions
For storage of Nistatin , one should adhere to such simple conditions: temperature no more than + 25 ° C, closed packaging, inaccessibility to children.
The shelf life is 36 months from the date of production.