Nystatin (Topical)
Brand Names : Mycostatin, Nilstat, Nystex, Nystop, Pedi-Dri, Nadostine, Nyaderm
CategoryDescriptionNystatin (nye-STA-tin) 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.
It is available in Canada without a prescription; however, your doctor may
have special instructions on the proper use of this medicine for your medical
problem. Nystatin is available in the following dosage forms:
Topical
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Cream (U.S. and Canada)
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Ointment (U.S. and Canada)
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Topical powder (U.S. and Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
- Mycostatin
- Nilstat
- Nystex
- Nystop
- Pedi-Dri
In Canada -
- Mycostatin
- Nadostine
- Nilstat
- Nyaderm
Generic name product may be available in the U.S.
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