Nilstat Oral Drops (24mL)
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What is in this leaflet
This leaflet answers some common questions about NILSTAT. It does not contain all of the available information.
It does not take the place of talking to your doctor or pharmacist.
All medicines have risks and benefits. Your doctor has weighed the risks of you taking NILSTAT against the benefits they expect it will have for you.
If you have any concerns about taking this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Keep this leaflet with the medicine.
You may need to read it again.
What NILSTAT is used for
NILSTAT is used to treat a condition called oral candidiasis or thrush. This is an infection in the mouth caused by the fungus Candida and is marked by sore, creamy-yellow, raised patches in the mouth.
NILSTAT is also used in infants to treat gut infections caused by Candida.
NILSTAT belongs to a group of medicines called antifungal agents. It works by damaging the cell wall of the Candida fungus, causing it to die. NILSTAT Oral Drops only work inside the mouth or gut. The amount of NILSTAT absorbed into the bloodstream is minute and therefore is not effective for treating any other infections in the body.
Your doctor, however, may have prescribed NILSTAT for another purpose. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why NILSTAT has been prescribed for you.
NILSTAT is not addictive.
NILSTAT is not expected to affect your ability to drive a car or operate machinery.
This medicine is available without a doctor's prescription. It can only be purchased at a pharmacy.
Before you take NILSTAT
When you must not take it
Do not take NILSTAT if you are allergic to nystatin or any of the ingredients listed at the end of this leaflet.
Do not use NILSTAT if the packaging is torn or shows signs of tampering.
Do not use NILSTAT after the expiry date (EXP) printed on the pack.
If you take it after the expiry date has passed, it may not work as well.
Do not give NILSTAT to children or infants unless your doctor tells you to.
Your doctor will check to make sure that NILSTAT is the right treatment for your child's symptoms.
Before you start to take it
You must tell your doctor or pharmacist if:
1. you have any allergies to:
any other medicines
any other substances, such as foods, preservatives or dyes
2. you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It is unlikely that NILSTAT will harm your developing baby. However, it is recommended that you talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking NILSTAT during pregnancy.
3. you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.
It is unlikely that NILSTAT will pass into breast milk in sufficient amounts to affect your baby. However, it is recommended that you talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking NILSTAT when breastfeeding.
4. you have diabetes or any other medical condition.
People with diabetes are more likely to get thrush.
If you have not told your doctor or pharmacist about any of the above, tell them before you take any NILSTAT.
Taking other medicines
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including medicines that you buy without a prescription from a pharmacy, supermarket or health food shop.
NILSTAT is not known to interact with other medicines but your doctor still needs to know what other medicines you are taking.
How to take NILSTAT
How much to take
Use the specially marked dropper provided with NILSTAT to measure the dose.
The usual dose of NILSTAT is 1mL four times a day. The same dose is given to infants, children and adults.
If your doctor or pharmacist tells you to take a different dose, follow their instructions.
How to take it
The drops are placed under the tongue or in the cheek cavity. Hold in your mouth or swish around for as long as possible before swallowing.
How long to take it
Continue taking NILSTAT until you have finished the bottle or until your doctor or pharmacist tells you to stop. If you forget to take it
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What is in this leaflet
This leaflet answers some common questions about NILSTAT. It does not contain all of the available information.
It does not take the place of talking to your doctor or pharmacist.
All medicines have risks and benefits. Your doctor has weighed the risks of you taking NILSTAT against the benefits they expect it will have for you.
If you have any concerns about taking this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Keep this leaflet with the medicine.
You may need to read it again.
What NILSTAT is used for
NILSTAT is used to treat a condition called oral candidiasis or thrush. This is an infection in the mouth caused by the fungus Candida and is marked by sore, creamy-yellow, raised patches in the mouth.
NILSTAT is also used in infants to treat gut infections caused by Candida.
NILSTAT belongs to a group of medicines called antifungal agents. It works by damaging the cell wall of the Candida fungus, causing it to die. NILSTAT Oral Drops only work inside the mouth or gut. The amount of NILSTAT absorbed into the bloodstream is minute and therefore is not effective for treating any other infections in the body.
Your doctor, however, may have prescribed NILSTAT for another purpose. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why NILSTAT has been prescribed for you.
NILSTAT is not addictive.
NILSTAT is not expected to affect your ability to drive a car or operate machinery.
This medicine is available without a doctor's prescription. It can only be purchased at a pharmacy.
Before you take NILSTAT
When you must not take it
Do not take NILSTAT if you are allergic to nystatin or any of the ingredients listed at the end of this leaflet.
Do not use NILSTAT if the packaging is torn or shows signs of tampering.
Do not use NILSTAT after the expiry date (EXP) printed on the pack.
If you take it after the expiry date has passed, it may not work as well.
Do not give NILSTAT to children or infants unless your doctor tells you to.
Your doctor will check to make sure that NILSTAT is the right treatment for your child's symptoms.
Before you start to take it
You must tell your doctor or pharmacist if:
1. you have any allergies to:
any other medicines
any other substances, such as foods, preservatives or dyes
2. you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It is unlikely that NILSTAT will harm your developing baby. However, it is recommended that you talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking NILSTAT during pregnancy.
3. you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.
It is unlikely that NILSTAT will pass into breast milk in sufficient amounts to affect your baby. However, it is recommended that you talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking NILSTAT when breastfeeding.
4. you have diabetes or any other medical condition.
People with diabetes are more likely to get thrush.
If you have not told your doctor or pharmacist about any of the above, tell them before you take any NILSTAT.
Taking other medicines
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including medicines that you buy without a prescription from a pharmacy, supermarket or health food shop.
NILSTAT is not known to interact with other medicines but your doctor still needs to know what other medicines you are taking.
How to take NILSTAT
How much to take
Use the specially marked dropper provided with NILSTAT to measure the dose.
The usual dose of NILSTAT is 1mL four times a day. The same dose is given to infants, children and adults.
If your doctor or pharmacist tells you to take a different dose, follow their instructions.
How to take it
The drops are placed under the tongue or in the cheek cavity. Hold in your mouth or swish around for as long as possible before swallowing.
How long to take it
Continue taking NILSTAT until you have finished the bottle or until your doctor or pharmacist tells you to stop. If you forget to take it
If i
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