Question 1

expiry date on nystatin cream, oral suspension & tablets is october 2017 ~ not opened & have been stored correctly. are they safe to use now?

Accepted Answer

Safe: Expiration dates on medications are there to determine the effectiveness of the medication - after a certain point, the chemicals may start to break down, making the drug less effective. However, these medications are still safe to take - they are not going to be harmful to you, they just may be less effective.

Question 2

effects of nystatin cream?

Accepted Answer

Anti-fungal.: Nystatin is an antifungal cream used for topical, skin yeast infections, such as athlete's foot, groin itch, etc.  Side effects are minimal, but as with everything else, could get an allergic reaction to it.

Question 3

what is nystatin cream for?

Accepted Answer

Yeast infection: Nystatin or Mycostatin (nystatin) cream is used to treat a yeast infection of the skin.

Question 4

can using expired nystatin cream hurt me?

Accepted Answer

Probably not,: Unless has been opened and exposed to bacteria that shouldn't be in there.  Nystatin is anti-fungal and does not kill bacteria.  So if it has been lying around for long period of time, probably best getting a new tube.

Question 5

what is nystatin cream generally used for?

Accepted Answer

Nystatin: is used to treat fungal infections.

Question 6

where should someone apply nystatin cream?

Accepted Answer

Nystatin cream: is a topical that is not used in the vagina.

Question 7

can you use 10 year's old nystatin cream?!?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: I'd strongly suggest not using a cream/ointment that is long-expired ... As the excipients in the cream may have degraded by now.  See your doctor for a new prescription.

Question 8

should i use nystatin cream for a rash on my arm?

Accepted Answer

Determine Rash Cause: Prior to self administering Nystatin cream, determine the etiology of the rash by visiting your physician.  Nystatin would be ineffective if you have an allergic reaction or an infection caused by a bacteria or virus.

Question 9

is nystatin cream good for yeast?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, generally excellent.

Question 10

has anyone suffered from bad side effects from nystatin cream?

Accepted Answer

Very unusual: Nystatin is an antifungal cream used for topical, skin yeast infections, such as athlete's foot, groin itch, etc.  Side effects are minimal, but as with everything else, could get an allergic reaction to it.

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