Fungistin1LacUnit
Suspension
Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Fungistin may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developi... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Fungistin is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not ... View More |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Fungistin is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections. It kills the fungi that cause skin infections and thus tre... View More
Uses of Fungistin
- Fungal skin infections
Side effects of Fungistin
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Fungistin
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and ... View More
How Fungistin works
Fungistin is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
What if you forget to take Fungistin?
If you miss a dose of Fungistin, please consult your doctor.
- Nistin 100000IU Ointment should be applied once or twice a day or as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
- Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.... View More
- Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2 weeks of treatment.
Indication
Fungal infections, Oropharyngeal candidiasis, Intestinal candidiasis, Vaginal candidiasis
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral Oral candidiasis Adult: As oral susp or drop : 100,000-600,000 U (1-6 ml drop) into the mouth 4 times daily. Keep in contact w/ affected area as ... View More
Child Dose
As oral susp or drop Infants: PO: 2 mL/dose, children 4–6 mL/dose, to coat oral mucosa q6h As tab Child: PO: 3–6 tabs/day tid For prophylaxis ... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Nystatin, a polyene antifungal, binds to ergosterol in the fungal cell membrane. This binding affects the cell wall permeability allowing leakage of cel... View More
Precaution
Immunocompromised patients. Childn. Pregnancy and lactation. Patient Counselling May damage latex contraceptives (vag). Lactation: Not known if excre... View More
Side Effect
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, GI upset, oral irritation and sensitisation. Rarely, rash, urticaria, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, tachycardia, bronchospasm, ... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy category: C, ROUTE(S) : Mouth/Throat / PO Pregnancy Category: A, ROUTE(S) : Vaginal
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The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not... View More