| Welcome to the OutUK series looking at gay men and their health brought to you in association with the NHS website. |
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| Each week we'll tackle a different topic in our A to Z of Gay Health. We'll have features and advice on everything from relationships, sexual health, mental and physical conditions and how to stay fit. You can follow any of links provided below for more information direct from the NHS website, or see this week's feature L: Laxatives. |
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Side Effects Of NystatinNHS medicines information on side effects of nystatin and what you can do to cope.Like all medicines, nystatin can cause side effects, but most people have no side effects or only minor ones. Common side effectsIf you're taking nystatin liquid, there are things you can do to help with these side effects: Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if the advice on how to cope does not help and these side effects bother you or do not go away. If you're using nystatin cream or ointment, stop using the product and talk to your pharmacist or doctor if:
Your pharmacist or doctor may be able to recommend a different medicine. Serious allergic reactionIt happens rarely but it's possible to have a serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) to nystatin. Other side effectsThese are not all the side effects of nystatin. For a full list, see the leaflet inside your medicine packet. |
| OutUK's A to Z of Gay Health continues and you can read this week's feature L: Laxatives. We have covered many subjects in this series and you can catch up with all of our Previous A to Z Features. If you want to find out more about this particular topic you can visit the Original article on the NHS website. If you are worried by any aspect of your health make sure you go and see your doctor or book an appointment at your local clinic. | | |
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