Natamycin Benefits & Uses

Natamycin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)

Natamycin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dose for fungal infection of eye
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dose for fungal infection of eye
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dose for fungal infection of eye
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dose for fungal infection of eye

Natamycin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Natamycin is used -

Moderate

Mild

Paresthesia
Eye irritation

Unknown

Visual Disturbance

Natamycin Related Warnings

Is the use of Natamycin safe for pregnant women?

Natamycin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Natamycin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Natamycin safe during breastfeeding?

Natamycin has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Natamycin on the Kidneys?

Natamycin does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Natamycin on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Natamycin on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Natamycin on the Heart?

Natamycin is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Natamycin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Natamycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Keratitis Ichthyosis Deafness Syndrome (KID)

Frequently asked Questions about Natamycin

Is this Natamycin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Natamycin has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Natamycin can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Natamycin only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Natamycin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Natamycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Natamycin

Taking Natamycin with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Natamycin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Natamycin with alcohol.

Unknown