Nystatin (nystatin) is a widely-used antifungal treatment effective against Candida albicans infections. It may also be used to treat less-common fungal infections, particularly in immunocompromised patients, such as those undergoing chemotherapy.

Because the common terms for Candida infections are so varied and rarely include Candida in the name, most people don't realize how very common they are. In fact, most people will have at least one Candida infection at some point:

• Oral thrush
• Vaginal yeast infections
• Penile yeast infections
• Toenail or fingernail fungus
• Intertriginous (skin fold) infections
• Various skin rashes and boils
• Various intestinal issues

More rarely Candida overgrowth may result in a potentially life-threatening systemic infection.

Though less common than Candida, there are many types of fungal infections which may cause similar symptoms. Do not buy nystatin to treat an undiagnosed fungal infection; it will not be effective against all types of fungus.

Treating Fungal Infections Effectively

Candida is among the most common cause of fungal infections, due to being present naturally in the human body; it is found primarily in the gut, but also in mucus membranes, the blood, and on the skin. In normal, low levels Candida is harmless and may even be beneficial. Problems arise when the balance shifts and Candida becomes too prevalent. A number of factors may influence Candida balances, most common being:

• Use of antibiotics
• Use of oral contraceptives
• Weak or suppressed Immune system
• Exposure through wounds or contact
• Pregnancy and nursing
• Certain diseases, such as diabetes
• Diets high in carbohydrates

Most fungal infections, including those from Candida, are best treated by applying the antifungal medication directly to the afflicted site. For this reason nystatin is available in a number of forms:

• Oral suspension or lozenges for thrush
• Topical creams for skin infections
• Tablets for intestinal infections
• Vaginal inserts for yeast infections
• Injections for blood or systemic infections

Nystatin is poorly absorbed into the bloodstream when taken orally, either in liquid, lozenge or tablet form; likewise it is poorly absorbed through mucus membranes or the skin, when applied vaginally or topically. Therefore its effect will be dramatically reduced if administered incorrectly; e.g. attempting to treat a skin infection by taking tablets. Be sure to buy nystatin in the form best suited to treating the particular infection.

Administering Nystatin

With the exception of injected or intravenous nystatin, which is typically only administered in a hospital setting, use of this medication is similar in all forms:

• Usually applied or taken 3 times daily for skin or intestinal infections, for 5 to 7 days
• 3 to 5 times for mouth infections (thrush) for 5 days; swish liquid thoroughly through mouth and do not swallow or chew lozenges
• 1 or 2 times daily for vaginal inserts, for up to 6 weeks

Nystatin is somewhat unusual in being measured in 'units' (u) rather than milligrams (mg). The most common dosage amount is 500,000u, though it may range from 100,000 to 1 million. The average patient taking 3 tablets a day would be taking 500,000u with each dose, for a total daily intake of 1.5 million u.

Nystatin is not known to interact with any other medications. Side effects are unusual and generally very mild, including nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

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