The agent "Nystatin" (ointment) is aA homogeneous mass, which is usually yellow or brown-yellow in color. Also, the said drug is available in the form of tablets that smell of vanilla, with their cross-section clearly visible two layers; in the form of rectal and vaginal suppositories, having a torpedo shape.
The drug "Nystatin" (ointment) is an antibiotic and belongs to the group of polyenes, it is produced by actinomycete Streptomyces noursei, it has a fungistatic effect.
After applying the drug, it binds tosterols in a cell of fungi, as a result of which the permeability of the cell wall is violated and its death occurs. The active substances that are part of the "Nystatin" (ointment) do not have the property to accumulate in the body.
If the use of the drug in the form oftablets, it is also poorly absorbed from the digestive tract and subsequently almost completely excreted along with the feces. In the case of ointments and suppositories, the drug is also not practically absorbed through the mucous membranes.
Indications for use of the drug "Nystatin"
In various forms, this drugit is recommended to use the drug when it is necessary to treat candidiasis of the mucous membranes, including the lower intestines of the rectum, the vagina, internal organs and skin. It is also used as a prophylaxis for candidiasis during long-term treatment with antibacterial agents, especially for weakened and depleted patients.
Contraindications to the use of this drug, in any of its forms, is the presence of increased sensitivity to it, pancreatitis, peptic ulcer, abnormalities in liver function and pregnancy.
Ointment "Nystatin" does not recommend the use of such side effects as chills, diarrhea, vomiting, fever. In such cases it is necessary to cancel its application.
If the simultaneous use of the drugs "Nystatin" and "Clotrimazole" is allowed, then the activity of the last drug is decreased.
The drug "Nystatin" (ointment): instructions for use
Ointment is applied only topically, for which it is necessaryApply a thin layer on the affected area of the skin or mucous membrane. It is recommended to apply the ointment 1-2 times throughout the day, the duration of treatment usually varies within 7-10 days. More effective such treatment will be if you additionally use this drug in the form of tablets.
The intake of tablets is not associated with eating,the recommended treatment period is from ten days to two weeks. If there is a need, then the indicated course of treatment can be repeated after 7 days.
Candles that are intended for rectal administration are administered twice a day for about 2 weeks, but the duration of treatment should be monitored by the doctor.
Vaginal suppositories are also administered in the morning and eveningfor the same period of time. If treatment of fungal diseases of the vagina is carried out, then it is absolutely necessary to treat the sexual partner or partners, for this, the drug "Nystatin" (ointment) is used. For the entire period of treatment, sexual intercourse should be stopped.
If you are using Nystatin forthe treatment of fungal diseases, it does not matter in what form do you eat it, the larger the effect of the treatment will be the case if you use both the appropriate dietary supplements. It is this combination that will help to strengthen the immunity of your body and, thus, it will be easier for him to cope with the diseases that have arisen.
The agent "Nystatin" (ointment), like any othera medicinal preparation, it is not necessary to appoint to itself independently, before its application it is necessary to be defined with what this disease, its or his reasons, and only the doctor can correctly pick up a necessary medicine.
