Nystatin is an antifungal agent, meaning it is used to treat fungal infections. It is useful in treating Candida infections like vaginal yeast infection, esophageal candidiasis, and thrush. It treats fungal infection by disrupting the cell membrane of the fungus.
General Measures Against Fungal Infection and Use of Antifungal Agents
This article gives information about the commonly used antifungal agents and general measures against fungal infections.

Nystatin: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Drug Warnings, and Precautions
Nystatin is an antifungal medication that is commonly employed to treat and prevent a range of fungal and yeast infections. Find out more about its uses, dosing, drug warnings, side effects, precautions, drug interactions, and more.