KANASTATIN
Ointment & Creams

Antifungal drugs (dermatological drugs)

  • Chemical Composition

    Nystatin 100000 IU / 1 g

  • Packing

    20g/Tube - 40 g/Tube

  • Medical Id

    CR-01

  • License Number

    75/1993

  • License date

    10/7/1993

Excipients KANASTATIN ointment : Vaseline , Paraffin wax , Stearic acid , Cetosteryl alcohol, G.M.S , P.E.G 400 , P.E.G 4000 , Paraffin oil , Methyl paraben , Propyl paraben. KANASTATIN cream : Vaseline , Cetosteryl alcohol , G.M.S , P.E.G 400 , Twin 80 , Glycerin , Dimethicon , Mono Propylene Glycol , Titanium dioxide, Al-Hydroxide , Paraffin oil , Methyl paraben , Propyl paraben , Water.
Mechanism Of Action It is both fungi static and fungicidal against all species of Candida. It also has amebicidal action. It binds to fungal cell membranes (sterols), resulting in altered cellular permeability and leakage of potassium and other essential intracellular components.
INDICATIONS KANASTATIN is indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of Candida infections of the skin, mucous membranes. It is also used for the prevention of candidiases development during long-term treatment with antibiotics or steroids. CONTRAINDICATIONS: Hypersensitivity to each of the components. is indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of Candida infections of the skin, mucous membranes. It is also used for the prevention of candidiases development during long-term treatment with antibiotics or steroids.
CONTRAINDICATIONS : Hypersensitivity to each of the components.
Side EFFECTS Although side effects from nystatin are not common, they can occur. The most common side effects resulted from the skin ointment or cream include itching, irritation, and burning.
WARNINGS KANASTATIN has little activity against bacteria, protozoa and viruses. The treatment should be discontinued if irritation occurs from topical use. KANASTATIN cream or ointment is for external use only. Do not use occlusive dressings when treating candidiasis.
DRUG INTERACTIONS Cream and Ointment: Treatment of cutaneous or mucocutaneous mycotic infections caused by Candida (monilia) species, apply to affected areas 2-3 times daily, or as indicated, until healing is complete.
Storage Conditions Store below 30° C. Keep out of reach of children