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Bio-Statin

Brand Names

; Bio-Statin® ; Mycostatin® ; Nilstat® ; Nystex® ; Peri-Dri®

; Mestatin® (Canada) ; Micostatin (Mexico) ; Nadostine® (Canada) ; Nistaquim (Mexico) ; PMS-Nystatin (Canada)

Antifungal Agent, Oral Nonabsorbed; Antifungal Agent, Topical; Antifungal Agent, Vaginal

This medicine is used for the treatment of fungus (yeast) infections. The infection can be on the skin, in the vagina, intestine, or in the mouth or throat.

Nystatin makes the skin of the fungus (yeast) leaky. This kills the fungus (yeast).

Skin:
- Do not take by mouth. For skin only. Keep out of mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn).
- Wash your hands before and after use.
- Clean affected area before use.
- Use a small amount over the area affected as a light film. Rub in gently.
- Do not put coverings (bandages, dressings, make-up) over the area unless told to do so by healthcare provider.
- Sprinkle powder freely on area.
- If you are using this medicine for athlete's foot you can sprinkle in shoes and socks.
Vaginal:
- Use tablet vaginally. Do not confuse with oral troche (oral lozenge).
- Keep out of mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn).
- Wash hands before and after use.
Oral:
- Suck on troche (oral lozenge) until gone. This usually takes 15-30 minutes. Do not chew, break, or crush.
- A liquid (suspension) is available. Swish it in mouth as long as possible before swallowing. Shake well first.
Use entire prescription as directed, even if feeling better.

Take a missed dose as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one. Return to your regular schedule.
Do not take a double dose or extra doses.

Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, throat; or any other symptoms involved.
Oral:
- Do not use in children younger than 3 years of age. They might choke on it.
Vaginal:
- Do not use if you have belly pain, fever, or bad-smelling discharge. Talk with healthcare provider.
- Use sanitary napkin or pad to protect clothing from staining.
- Read information enclosed with product before use. Talk with healthcare provider if you have any questions.

Skin:
- Redness, burning, stinging, and itching.
Vaginal:
- Mild burning, irritation, or stinging.
- Lower belly cramping or bloating.
Oral:
- Nausea or vomiting. Small frequent meals, frequent mouth care, sucking hard candy, or chewing gum may help.

Number of fungus (yeast) infections. If these occur often, talk with healthcare provider.

Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; tightness in the chest; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Any rash.
Skin:
- Severe redness, stinging, blistering, peeling, swelling, or itching.
- No improvement in condition after 28 days or feeling worse.
Vaginal:
- No improvement in 5-7 days or feeling worse.
Oral:
- Severe pain or unable to swallow.
- No improvement in condition after 10-14 days or feeling worse.

Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, herbal/supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, pharmacist, physician assistant).
Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter or natural products (herbs, vitamins).