Definition of "nystatin" [nystatin]

• An antibiotic, C46H77NO19, produced by the actinomycete Streptomyces noursei and used especially in the treatment of fungal infections. (noun)

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• "You may also need an anti-fungal such as nystatin or fluconazole for two to four weeks."
• "• Treat yeast overgrowth with antifungal drugs such as nystatin or Diflucan or herbs such as oregano or caprylic acid."
• "The medicines most commonly prescribed by a health care worker for treatment of oral fungal infections are antifungal agents such as nystatin or clotrimazole."