Nystatin 40 Tablets 500 000 IU (Pack 2x20) Antifungal Treatment Pills

1 tablet contains nystatin 500 000; pharmacological properties: Nystatin - polyene antifungal antibiotic highly active against yeast-like fungi of the genus Candida. Exerts fungicidal action. In the structure of the antibiotic has a large number of double bonds, having a high affinity for the cytoplasmic membrane sterol of fungi structures that facilitates the incorporation of the drug molecules into the cell membrane and the formation of a large number of channels through which the uncontrolled transport of electrolytes. Increased osmolarity within the cell leads to its death . Statement: Nystatin is used in mucosal candidiasis mucosal ( oral , vaginal , etc.) skin and internal organs ( gastrointestinal tract, lungs, kidneys, etc. ) From prevention to nystatin is prescribed for the prevention of candidiasis in long-term treatment with antibacterial agents especially in malnourished and debilitated patients . Contraindications: Hypersensitivity , liver dysfunction , pancreatitis, peptic ulcer and 12 duodenal ulcer , pregnancy. Dosing and Administration: Tablets . Inside regardless of the meal. For the treatment of visceral candidiasis adult to 500,000 IU 3-4 times or 250,000 IU 6-8 times a day . Daily dose of 1.5-3 million units . When generalized candidiasis daily dose may be increased to 6 million units . Children under the age of 1 year to designate 100,000 IU 3-4 times day, from 1 to 5 years - 250 000 IU 3-4 times a day, over 13 years - 250 000-500 000 IU 3-4 times night . Duration of treatment - 10-14 days. If necessary, one week course may be repeated. Side effect: When receiving nystatin into possible nausea , vomiting , diarrhea, itchy skin. In these cases, reduce the dose of the drug or to temporarily override .