Monograph Details
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Infections & Infestations
> Fungal infections
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MYCOSTATIN SUSP |
| Manufacturer |
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Bristol-Myers Squibb |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Polyene antibiotic. |
| Generic Name |
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Nystatin 100000Units/mL. |
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• MYCOSTATIN TABLETS
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| Indications |
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Oral candidiasis. |
| Children |
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Infants: 2mL 4 times daily (1mL on each side of mouth). Older children: as adult. |
| Adults |
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4–6mL (½ of dose on each side of mouth) 4 times daily. Retain in mouth as long as possible before swallowing. |
| Precautions |
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Not for treatment of systemic mycoses. Confirm diagnosis by KOH smear and/or culture. Continue treatment for at least 48 hrs after clinical cure. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Diarrhea, GI distress, nausea, vomiting, oral irritation. |
| How Supplied |
Susp—60mL (w. dropper), 16oz
Tabs—100 |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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