Nystaderm paste, 50 g

Nystaderm® Paste - all-round protection & effective help for babies with diaper rash and skin fungus

Many parents are familiar with this situation: the baby's bottom is red and sore, the child is crying.This is often caused by an itchy and painful rash called diaper rash or diaper thrush.Nystaderm® Paste offers protection and help with such skin infections.

Area of application

Nystaderm® Paste is used to treat skin infections caused by nystatin-sensitive yeasts, such as diaper rash.The paste is specifically designed for use on the skin and helps to effectively relieve symptoms.

Mode of action

Nystaderm® Paste contains the active ingredients nystatin and zinc oxide.Nystatin is an antifungal drug that destroys the synthesis of components of the fungal cell membrane and thus fights the fungal infection.It also has a preventative effect against re-infections.Zinc oxide has anti-inflammatory and weak disinfectant properties, relieves symptoms and absorbs excess moisture.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

Nystaderm® Paste contains the following ingredients: The active ingredient is nystatin, with 1 gram of the paste containing 100,000 IU nystatin.The other ingredients are zinc oxide, thick paraffin, polyethylene, white petroleum jelly and all-rac-α-tocopherol.

Contraindications

Nystaderm® Paste should not be used if there is hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

Dosage

The recommended dosage of Nystaderm® Paste is to apply it thinly to the affected skin areas 2 to 4 times a day.The symptoms usually subside after a few days, but treatment should be continued for a few days after complete healing to ensure full therapeutic success.The duration of treatment should not exceed 3 weeks.

Intake

Nystaderm® Paste is intended for use on the skin.

Patient information

When using Nystaderm® Paste in the genital or anal area, the oils and fats it contains can lead to a reduction in the tear resistance of latex condoms, which can affect safety.

Pregnancy

Nystatin, the active ingredient in Nystaderm® Paste, is hardly absorbed in therapeutic doses after oral administration, via intact skin or mucous membranes.It does not cross the placental barrier and is not expected to pass into breast milk.Therefore, Nystaderm® paste can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Notes

No prescription is required for this product.For information about risks and side effects, read the package leaflet and ask your doctor or pharmacy.

Candida mycosis - a yeast fungus as a common cause of diaper rash

Diaper rash is often caused by candidiasis, a fungal infection caused by yeast such as Candida albicans.When the diaper rubs against the baby's skin, the protective barrier is disrupted and the yeast can penetrate the irritated skin, spread and show up as diaper thrush.

Candida-related wind eczema can also develop if the baby ingests yeast through the mouth.These can initially trigger oral thrush, which appears in the form of spotty, whitish to yellowish deposits on the mucous membrane, lips, tongue or cheeks.If the fungus spreads through the gastrointestinal tract, it can cause diaper thrush.

Diaper rash: recognizing symptoms

To help your baby, you should be able to recognize and classify the symptoms of candida-related diaper rash in order to treat it properly.A diaper rash is characterized by the following symptoms: red and sore skin, weeping blisters, swollen skin and affected areas that hurt when touched.

If it is unclear whether the trigger is a skin fungus or the rash has other causes, you should have the diagnosis confirmed by a doctor.

The Nystaderm® product family: Efficient against diaper thrush and oral thrush

In addition to Nystaderm® paste, Nystaderm® cream from the Nystaderm® product family can also be used for infants and toddlers.Nystaderm® Cream is used for skin infections with Candida spp., such as diaper candidiasis, and does not require a prescription.

Oral thrush can also be effectively treated with Nystaderm®.Nystaderm® oral gel is used for candidiasis of the mouth/throat and does not require a prescription.

Nystaderm® Suspension is used for candidiasis of the mouth/throat and the digestive tract and is also available without a prescription.

Frequently Asked Questions & Answers

What is Nystaderm® and what is it used for?

Nystaderm® is a medicine used to treat fungal infections.The active ingredient nystatin damages the cell membrane of fungi, thereby inhibiting or killing their growth.

In which dosage forms is Nystaderm® available?

Nystaderm® is available in various dosage forms, including paste, cream, oral gel and suspension.Each dosage form has specific areas of application and does not require a prescription.

When should Nystaderm® not be used?

Nystaderm® must not be used if you are hypersensitive to the ingredients.In babies born prematurely, the medicine should only be used after consulting a doctor or under medical supervision.Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor.

How can you prevent diaper rash?

To prevent diaper rash, change diapers more often, clean the diaper area gently, allow skin to dry, use barrier creams, wear loose-fitting diapers, and schedule diaper-free periods.If you notice signs of skin irritation, you should act immediately.