Nystatin, Zinc oxide

Indications

Nystatin, Zinc oxide is used for: NYSTATIN
For treatment of cutaneous or mucocutaneous mycotic infections caused by candida species
ZINC OXIDE
For adjunctive treatment of diaper dermatitis

Adult Dose

Child Dose

Renal Dose

Administration

Contra Indications

Precautions

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Nystatin, Zinc oxide :

Mechanism of Action

NYSTATIN
Nystatin exerts its antifungal activity by binding to ergosterol found in fungal cell membranes. Binding to ergosterol causes the formation of pores in the membrane. Potassium and other cellular constituents leak from the pores causing cell death