Povin 1%1%
Mouthwash
Opsonin Pharma Limited
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Povin 1% may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developin... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Povin 1% is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not h... View More |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Povin 1% is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent. Used as a mouthwash to kill germs that cause sore throat. It also relieves dryness or irritation of th... View More
Uses of Povin 1%
- Wound infection
Side effects of Povin 1%
- No common side effects seen
How to use Povin 1%
Check the label before use. Take the mouthwash in the quantity as advised by your doctor and put it in your mouth. Swish for 30 seconds to 1 minute and ... View More
How Povin 1% works
Povin 1% is an antiseptic medicine. When used as a mouthwash, it kills harmful microorganisms of your mouth. This is how it works to prevent and treat i... View More
What if you forget to take Povin 1%?
If you miss a dose of Povin 1%, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
- Povin 1% helps treat infections of the lining of the mouth and throat, such as gingivitis and mouth ulcers.
- It may also be used to maintain oral hygiene before, during and after dental and oral surgery.
- Gargle or rinse the mouth with Povin 1% for up to 30 seconds. It should not be swallowed.
- Do not use for more than 14 days without talking to your doctor first.
Indication
Oral candidiasis
Administration
Pour 15ml of Povidone Iodine Gargle into the cup. Swish part of the solution briefly in the mouth and spit it out. Tilt your head backwards and gargle... View More
Adult Dose
Mouth/Throat Oral candidiasis, Sore throat Adults: Use undiluted or diluted with an equal volume of warm water. Gargle or rinse with up to 10 ml for... View More
Child Dose
Children over 6 years of age: Use undiluted or diluted with an equal volume of warm water. Gargle or rinse with up to 10 ml for up to 30 seconds witho... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity; prolonged use in patients with thyroid disorders or on lithium therapy. Premature neonates or neonates weighing <1.5 kg.
Mode of Action
Povidone-iodine is an iodophore with a powerful broad-spectrum germicidal activity against a wide range of bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa and spores... View More
Precaution
Avoid contact with eyes; should not be used under occlusive dressing. Pregnancy, lactation; neonates.
Side Effect
Local irritation and sensitivity (rare). Idiosyncratic mucosal irritation and hypersensitivity reactions rarely, may interfere with thyroid-function tes... View More
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