Nystatin Definition

nĭstə-tĭn
noun
An antibiotic, C46H77NO19, used for treating fungal infections, as candidiasis.
Webster's New World

An antifungal drug used especially against Candida.

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Origin of Nystatin

  • N(ew) Y(ork) Stat(e) –in

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Nystatin Sentence Examples

  • Drugs included Topical nystatin is effective against Candida (but not against dermatophyte infections, thus requiring a definite diagnosis ).

  • Nystatin however, binds to ergosterol and alters membrane permeability and hence allows leakage of intracellular contents.

  • Some of the most-used prescriptions are nystatin mouthwashes (Nilstat or Nitrostat) and clotrimazole lozenges.

  • If the seborrheic dermatitis is complicated by a yeast infection, an ointment containing anti-yeast medications such as nystatin is applied to the infected area three or four times daily.

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