WHAT Nystatin Actavis IS AND WHAT IT IS USED?
Nystatin Actavis is an antifungal product for application to the skin. Nystatin Actavis is applied for topical treatment of fungal infections of the skin and vermilion border caused by fungi called Candida, such as:
• Angularen cheilitis (cracked lip corners);
• erosion in spandex folds of his hands;
Candida is perioniksis (fungal infection around the nails);
• candida balanitis and vulvitis (fungal infection of the external genitalia in males and females);
• Dermatitis of diapers in infants;
• Gabichin infections during prolonged treatment with antibiotics or immunosuppression.
2. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE starting treatment with Nystatin Actavis?
Nystatin Actavis does not apply in case of hypersensitivity to the drug or to any of the excipients.
In the application of this product note the following:
The presence of parahydroxybenzoates can cause development of contact dermatitis and urticaria.
In hypersensitivity - strengthening the itching, redness and swelling, and visible deterioration is required discontinuation of treatment and review of therapeutic schemes. Medicinal product is intended "for external use only. Do not put occlusive dressings.
When applied to avoid direct eye contact or by contaminated hands preparation.
Application of Nystatin Actavis with food and drink
The product is for use on skin.
pregnancy
Before intake of any medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist
Since there is no systemic absorption, Nystatin Actavis may be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
breastfeeding
Before intake of any medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist for
Since there is no systemic absorption, Nystatin Actavis may be used during
pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Driving and using machines
Nystatin Actavis does not affect the ability to drive and use machines.
Important information about some of the ingredients of Nystatin Actavis
The product contains methyl and propyl parahydroxybenzoate. They cause contact dermatitis (delayed-type allergic reaction), rarely immediate reactions such as urticaria and bronchospasm.
Taking other medicines
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, even if they do not you are prescribed by a doctor
No evidence of drug interaction with the product.
3. HOW TO USE Nystatin Actavis?
Always take Nystatin Actavis exactly as your doctor!
Nystatin Actavis ointment applied to the skin two or four times daily. Nystatin Actavis is applied to the skin two or four times daily. Of cream should be applied to inflamed skin, but also the surrounding area of 5-10 mm, which looks visibly healthy. Treatment should continue for at least 2-3 days after the disappearance of clinical symptoms. The ointment formulation as is preferred with pronounced skin dryness.
If you take a large amount of the drug:
When taking a higher dose than prescribed immediately contact a doctor!
No evidence of overdose and toxicity.
4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like any other medicine, Nystatin Actavis may cause side effects
Nystatin Actavis cream is very well tolerated. In medical literature there are isolated cases of severe skin reactions (exanthemous pustulosis, erythema multiforme after sensitization with oral Nystatin). There is a publication which discusses that allergic reactions to Nystatin are rare, but application on inflamed skin is likely systemic absorption and possible sensitization.
If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
5. Storage
At temperatures below 25 ° C.
Keep out of reach of children!
Do not freeze!
Do not use after the expiry date stated on the package! Shelf life: 2 (two) years