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Can I eat this with Nystatin?
Nystatin liquid must stay in your mouth to work, and drinking too soon washes it away. Take it after food to help with nausea. Simple meals reduce side effects.
Also sold as Nystamont. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 41 foods and drinks for Nystatin (0 to avoid, 13 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Nystatin with food?
- It's best to take nystatin liquid after a meal or some food.
- Can I drink water with Nystatin?
- Yes, with care. Do not drink for 30 minutes after taking nystatin liquid. This stops you washing the medicine out of your mouth too soon.
- Can I drink squash with Nystatin?
- Yes, with care. Do not drink for 30 minutes after taking nystatin liquid. This stops you washing the medicine out of your mouth too soon.
- Can I drink tea with Nystatin?
- Yes, with care. Do not drink for 30 minutes after taking nystatin liquid. This stops you washing the medicine out of your mouth too soon.
- Can I drink coffee with Nystatin?
- Yes, with care. Do not drink for 30 minutes after taking nystatin liquid. This stops you washing the medicine out of your mouth too soon.
- Can I drink juice with Nystatin?
- Yes, with care. Do not drink for 30 minutes after taking nystatin liquid. This stops you washing the medicine out of your mouth too soon.
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1 · What do you take?
Nystatin liquid must stay in your mouth to work, and drinking too soon washes it away. Take it after food to help with nausea. Simple meals reduce side effects.
If you're taking nystatin liquid, do not eat or drink anything for 30 minutes after taking it to keep the medicine in your mouth. Take it after a meal or snack to help with feeling sick. If you have diarrhoea or vomiting, stick to simple meals and avoid rich or spicy food.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: It's best to take nystatin liquid after a meal or some food.
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Further reading on Nystatin
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About nystatin
NHS medicines information on nystatin – what it's used for and key facts.
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Who can and cannot take or use nystatin
NHS medicines information on who can take or use nystatin and who may not be able to take or use it.
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How and when to take or use nystatin
NHS medicines information on dosage for nystatin, how to take or use it and what to do if you miss a dose or take or use too much.
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Side effects of nystatin
NHS medicines information on side effects of nystatin and what you can do to cope.
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Taking or using nystatin with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with nystatin and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
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