What if it does not work? If you're taking nystatin liquid or using the cream or ointment, talk to your doctor if there is no improvement in your condition after 7 days. Your doctor may ask you to take nystatin for longer or they may prescribe a different antifungal treatment.

How long should nystatin cream be used?

The combination of nystatin and triamcinolone comes in ointment and cream to be applied to the skin. This medication usually is applied twice a day for no longer than 2 weeks.

How long does a yeast diaper rash take to heal?

How long will it take to recover? Most diaper rashes should improve after two to three days of treatment. However, yeast infections can take several weeks to heal since the yeast is a living organism that needs to be killed. You'll know your baby has recovered once the rash has disappeared and the skin is healed.