noun
- an antifungal antibiotic used to treat infections caused by yeast and other fungi
Usage: medical
Examples
- The doctor prescribed nystatin to treat the patient’s oral thrush.
- Nystatin cream is commonly used for diaper rash caused by yeast.
- The pharmacist explained how to apply the nystatin ointment properly.
- Nystatin tablets are taken orally to treat intestinal fungal infections.
- The pediatrician recommended nystatin drops for the baby’s mouth infection.
- After using nystatin for a week, the fungal infection cleared up completely.