Afunginal

Afunginal

nystatin

Manufacturer:

ACME

Distributor:

Remed

Marketer:

Euro Generics
Full Prescribing Info
Contents
Nystatin.
Description
Each mL contains Nystatin BP 100,000 I.U.
Nystatin (Afunginal) is an antifungal antibiotic which is both fungistatic and fungicidal in vitro against a variety of yeasts and yeast-like fungi. It is a polyene antibiotic undetermined structural formula that is obtained from Streptomyces noursei.
Action
Pharmacology: Nystatin (Afunginal) acts by binding to sterols in the cell membrane of the fungus which interferes in the membrane permeability. It exhibits no appreciable activity against bacteria or trichomonads.
Following oral administration, Nystatin (Afunginal) is poorly absorbed with no detectable blood levels when given in the recommended doses. Most of the orally administered Nystatin (Afunginal) is passed unchanged in the stool.
Indications/Uses
Nystatin Oral Suspension (Afunginal) is indicated for the treatment of candidiasis in the oral cavity.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Intestinal or Esophageal Candidiasis: Adults: 500,000 I.U. (5 mL) or 1,000,000 I.U. (10 mL) 4 times a day.
Children: 100,000 I.U. (1 mL) or more may be given 4 times daily.
Lesions of the Mouth: 100,000 I.U. (1 mL) 4 times daily.
Infants Born to Mothers with Vaginal Candidiasis: 100,000 I.U. (1 mL) daily.
The preparation should be retained in the mouth as long as possible before swallowing and patients should avoid taking food or drink earlier than 1 hour after a dose.
Or as directed by physician.
Contraindications
The preparation is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Nystatin (Afunginal).
Use In Pregnancy & Lactation
Use in pregnancy: No adverse reactions or complications have been attributed to Nystatin (Afunginal) in infants born to women treated with Nystatin (Afunginal).
Adverse Reactions
Diarrhea, gastrointestinal distress, nausea and vomiting. Oral irritation and sensitization may occur. Rashes, including urticaria, and rarely Stevens-Johnson syndrome have been reported.
Storage
Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C. Shake gently before using.
MIMS Class
Antifungals
ATC Classification
A07AA02 - nystatin ; Belongs to the class of antibiotics. Used in the treatment of intestinal infections.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Afunginal oral susp 100,000 IU/mL
Packing/Price
12 mL x 1's;30 mL x 1's
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