Nystatin is a prescription drug that comes in a variety of different forms and is licensed to treat various types of fungal infections.
Many people may wonder what the ointment is used for, specifically. Nystatin is specifically approved to treat fungal infections caused by the
Candida species of fungi, such as thrush or
yeast diaper rash. It is used to treat
Candida infections on the surface of the skin (for ointment, cream, or powder products), in the vagina (for vaginal tablets), or the mouth and digestive tract (for the oral forms).
On occasion, your healthcare provider may also recommend nystatin for certain "
off-label" uses. Using the drug to treat any other type of fungal infections other than
Candida infections or to prevent any type of infection would be considered to be an off-label nystatin usage.
(Click Nystatin Uses for more information on what nystatin is used for, to find out how this medication works, and to learn about the use of this drug in children.)
