ADICLAIR Mouth gel, 25 g

Area of application

Adiclair® Nystatin oral gel is a yeast-specific antifungal that is used for nystatin-sensitive yeast infections of the oral cavity, also known as oral thrush.It has a targeted anti-fungal effect and helps fight the infection.No prescription is required for this product.

Active ingredients and ingredients

The active ingredient in Adiclair® Nystatin oral gel is nystatin, with a concentration of 100,000 IU per gram of oral gel.The other ingredients include methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, glycerol, sucrose, hyetellose, raspberry flavor and purified water.Each gram of oral gel contains less than 0.05 bread units (BE), which makes it easy for diabetics to take.

Contraindications

This medicine must not be taken if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to nystatin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.If you are hypersensitive to nystatin or any of the other ingredients, discontinue use, for example if you experience burning or itching.There is no experience with its use in patients who are being treated with cytostatics.

Dosage and application

Adiclair® Nystatin oral gel should always be used exactly according to the instructions in the package insert.Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor, the usual dose is 1 gram (1 measuring spoon) of oral gel 3-6 times a day, in severe cases every 2 hours.The oral gel is taken and left in the mouth for a few minutes before swallowing.

To treat yeast infections of the mouth, it may be advisable to additionally coat the affected areas with a cotton swab to which oral gel has been previously applied.For infants, it makes sense to put 1/2 - 1 measuring spoon (1/2 - 1 gram of oral gel) into the oral cavity before and after a meal in order to optimize the effect of nystatin in the oral cavity.

During the treatment of oral thrush, a significant improvement occurs within just a few days.However, treatment should be continued for at least 2 days after the symptoms have subsided.However, the duration of treatment should not exceed 28 days.

Storage

Keep medicines out of the reach of children.The medicine must not be used after the expiry date stated on the outer carton and container.After opening the tube, Adiclair® Nystatin oral gel has a shelf life of 28 days.The medicine must be kept away from heat and not stored above 25°C.

Patient information

Take special care when taking it if you are hypersensitive to antifungal agents such as amphotericin B or nystatin.Parabens (preservatives) can cause hypersensitivity reactions.Caution is also advised if you have an intolerance to sucrose.If you have to follow a diabetes diet, you should consider the sugar content.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

According to current knowledge, the medicine has no harmful effects on your child's development or birth.There is also no evidence that the medicine should not be used during breastfeeding.

Side effects

Only side effects that have so far only occurred in exceptional cases are described for the drug.If you notice any discomfort or change during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Other

If the treatment is not successful, the doctor should carry out an examination to confirm a fungal infection or to check the treatment.When treating fungal infections, all fungal foci on the skin and mucous membranes must be treated to avoid relapses.