Nystatin Cream On Dogs

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Can i use nystatin cream on my dog?

Is there any monitoring that needs to be done with this medication?

There is no specific monitoring that needs to be done while your pet is using this medication. Your veterinarian may monitor your pet to be sure that the medication is working. Monitor your pet at home for serious side effects.

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Nystatin, also known by the brand name Panalog®, is prescribed to treat or control infections caused by susceptible fungi like molds or yeast.

WarningsNystatin-Neomycin Sulfate-Thiostrepton-Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream is indicated for use in dogs and cats only. Not for use in animals which are raised for food.

Absorption of triamcinolone acetonide through topical application and by licking may occur. Therefore animals should be observed closely for signs of polydipsia, polyuria, and increased weight gain particularly when the preparation is used over large areas or for extended periods of time.

Clinical and experimental data have demonstrated that corticosteroids administered orally or by injection to animals may induce the first stage of parturition if used during the last trimester of pregnancy and may precipitate premature parturition followed by dystocia, fetal death, retained placenta and metritis.

Additionally, corticosteroids administered to dogs, rabbits and rodents during pregnancy have resulted in cleft palate in offspring. Corticosteroids administered to dogs during pregnancy have also resulted in other congenital anomalies including deformed forelegs, phocomelia and anasarca.

FAQ

What is nystatin used for in animals?

Nystatin (brand names: Bio-statin®, Mycostatin®, Nadostine®, Nilstat®) is an oral antifungal used to treat fungal infections in the mouth or gastrointestinal tract, most commonly Candida. Its use in cats, dogs, reptiles, and birds to treat fungal infections is ‘off label’ or ‘extra label’.

What skin conditions does nystatin treat?

Topical nystatin is used to treat fungal infections of the skin. Nystatin is in a class of antifungal medications called polyenes. It works by stopping the growth of fungi that cause infection.

Can you use nystatin and triamcinolone on dogs?

INDICATIONS: Nystatin, neomycin sulfate, thiostrepton and triamcinolone acetonide ointment is particularly useful in the treatment of acute and chronic otitis of varied etiologies, in interdigital cysts in cats and dogs, and in anal gland infections in dogs.

Can I put nystatin powder on my dog?

Nystatin Topical Powder can help get rid of certain types of infections in your furry friend. It can eliminate fungal-inspired infections and can also be useful at treating ear and skin infections as well as infections caused by yeast or other types of fungus.