Description

An oral antifungal suspension used to treat and prevent candidal (yeast) infections in the mouth (thrush), esophagus, and intestinal tract.

Prescription

Yes — available by prescription only.

Therapeutic Category

Antifungal agent, specifically a polyene macrolide antibiotic.

Active Ingredients / Composition

• Active ingredient: Nystatin (commonly at 100,000 units/mL)
• Inactive excipients: May include sucrose, propyl and methyl p-hydroxybenzoates, sodium metabisulphite, etc.
  

Vitamins

None.

Minerals

None.

Variant

Available as an oral liquid suspension, typically 100,000 units/mL concentration.

Consume Type

Oral suspension (liquid), taken by mouth.

Directions / Usage

• Infants (1 month–2 years): 1 mL four times daily.
• Children (≥2 years) & Adults: 1 mL four times daily; for intestinal candidiasis, up to 5 mL four times daily.
  
• Shake the bottle well. Measure dose with a syringe or dropper, place in mouth, hold in contact with affected areas, then swallow.
• Continue treatment for at least 48 hours after symptoms resolve to prevent relapse.
  

Common Side Effects

• Nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain.
• Rare allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling).

Package Type

Typically supplied in bottles (amber glass or plastic) with child-resistant caps; available in sizes like 30 mL, 60 mL.

Storage Advice

• Store at room temperature (approx. 15 °C to 25 °C).
• Protect from light and moisture.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Safety Advice

• Hypersensitivity: Avoid if allergic to nystatin or any excipients.
• Not systemically absorbed—minimal risk of systemic side effects—but prolonged use may promote overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms.
• Consult a healthcare provider if symptoms persist or worsen after 14 days of treatment.

Product Substitutes

Alternatives with the same active ingredient include:

• Mycostatin Oral Suspension
• Nystan Oral Suspension
• Nilstat Oral Suspension

Manufacturer / Marketer

 Sandoz Limited.

Country of Origin

United Kingdom.