Enystin may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Enystin is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Enystin via licking.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Enystin 1LacUnit Suspension
Introduction
Enystin is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections. It kills the fungi that cause skin infections and thus treats the infection.
Enystin is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as ... Show more
Uses of Enystin
Fungal skin infections
Side effects of Enystin
Common
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Enystin
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
How Enystin works
Enystin is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
What if you forget to take Enystin?
If you miss a dose of Enystin, please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
Nistin 100000IU Ointment should be applied once or twice a day or as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of s ... Show more
Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2 weeks of treatment.
Oral
Oral candidiasis
Adult: As oral susp or drop : 100,000-600,000 U (1-6 ml drop) into the mouth 4 times daily. Keep in contact w/ affected area a ... Show more
Child Dose
As oral susp or drop
Infants: PO: 2 mL/dose, children 4–6 mL/dose, to coat oral mucosa q6h
As tab
Child: PO: 3–6 tabs/day tid
For prophylaxi ... Show more
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Nystatin, a polyene antifungal, binds to ergosterol in the fungal cell membrane. This binding affects the cell wall permeability allowing leakage of c ... Show more
Precaution
Immunocompromised patients. Childn. Pregnancy and lactation. Patient Counselling May damage latex contraceptives (vag).
Lactation: Not known if exc ... Show more
Side Effect
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, GI upset, oral irritation and sensitisation. Rarely, rash, urticaria, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, tachycardia, bronchospasm ... Show more
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy category: C, ROUTE(S) : Mouth/Throat / PO
Pregnancy Category: A, ROUTE(S) : Vaginal
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