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Nystatin - Medication Information

Product NDC Code 0168-0007
Drug Name

Nystatin

Type Generic
Pharm Class Polyene Antifungal [EPC],
Polyenes [CS]
Active Ingredients
Nystatin 100000 [usp'u]/g
Route TOPICAL
Dosage Form OINTMENT
RxCUI drug identifier 884308
Application Number ANDA062124
Labeler Name E. Fougera & Co. a division of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Packages
Package NDC Code Description
0168-0007-15 15 g in 1 tube (0168-0007-15)
0168-0007-30 30 g in 1 tube (0168-0007-30)
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Adverse reactions

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ADVERSE REACTIONS Nystatin is virtually non-toxic and nonsensitizing and is well tolerated by all age groups including debilitated infants, even on prolonged administration. If irritation on topical application should occur, discontinue medication.

Clinical pharmacology

Information about the clinical pharmacology and actions of the drug in humans.
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY Nystatin is an antifungal antibiotic which is both fungistatic and fungicidal in vitro against a wide variety of yeasts and yeast-like fungi. It probably acts by binding to sterols in the cell membrane of the fungus with a resultant change in membrane permeability allowing leakage of intracellular components. Nystatin is a polyene antibiotic that is obtained from Streptomyces noursei , and is the first well tolerated antifungal antibiotic of dependable efficacy for the treatment of cutaneous, oral and intestinal infections caused by Candida [Monilia] albicans and other Candida species. It exhibits no appreciable activity against bacteria. Nystatin provides specific therapy for all localized forms of candidiasis. Symptomatic relief is rapid, often occurring within 24 to 72 hours after the initiation of treatment. Cure is effected both clinically and mycologically in most cases of localized candidiasis.

Contraindications

Information about situations in which the drug product is contraindicated or should not be used because the risk of use clearly outweighs any possible benefit, including the type and nature of reactions that have been reported.
CONTRAINDICATIONS Nystatin Ointment is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its components.

Description

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DESCRIPTION Nystatin Ointment USP, for topical use only, contains 100,000 USP Nystatin Units per gram, in a polyethylene and mineral oil base. The structural formula is as follows: Structural Formula

Dosage and administration

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DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Nystatin Ointment should be applied liberally to affected areas twice a day or as indicated until healing is complete. Nystatin cream is usually preferred to nystatin ointment in candidiasis involving intertriginous areas; very moist lesions, however, are best treated with nystatin topical powder. This preparation does not stain skin or mucous membranes and provides a simple, convenient means of treatment.

Indications and usage

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INDICATIONS AND USAGE Nystatin Ointment is indicated in the treatment of cutaneous or mucocutaneous mycotic infections caused by Candida [Monilia] albicans and other Candida species.

Spl product data elements

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Nystatin nystatin nystatin nystatin HIGH DENSITY POLYETHYLENE Mineral Oil

Package label principal display panel

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PACKAGE LABEL – PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL – 15 G CONTAINER NDC 0168-0007-15 FOUGERA ® NYSTATIN OINTMENT USP 100,000 USP Nystatin Units Per Gram For Topical Use Only. Not for Ophthalmic Use. Rx only CONTAINS: 100,000 USP Nystatin Units per gram, in a polyethylene and mineral oil base. NET WT 15 grams 15gtube PACKAGE LABEL – PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL – 15 G CARTON NDC 0168-0007-15 FOUGERA ® Rx only NYSTATIN OINTMENT USP 100,000 USP Nystatin Units Per Gram WARNING: Keep this and all drugs out of reach of children. For Topical Use Only. Not for Ophthalmic Use. NET WT 15 grams 15gcarton

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How supplied

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HOW SUPPLIED Nystatin Ointment (100,000 USP Nystatin Units per gram) is a yellow ointment available as follows: NDC 0168-0007-15 15 gram tube NDC 0168-0007-30 30 gram tube Store at controlled room temperature 15°- 30°C (59°-86°F). E. FOUGERA & CO. A division of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc. Melville, New York 11747 I20715H R08/11 #21

Precautions

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PRECAUTIONS Should a reaction of hypersensitivity occur the drug should be immediately withdrawn and appropriate measures taken. This preparation is not for ophthalmic use.

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