Povidone 6%6%
Cream
Amico Laboratories Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Povidone 6% may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the develo... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Povidone 6% is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is no... View More |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Povidone 6% is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent. Used as a mouthwash to kill germs that cause sore throat. It also relieves dryness or irritation of... View More
Uses of Povidone 6%
- Wound infection
Side effects of Povidone 6%
- No common side effects seen
How to use Povidone 6%
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 Povidone 6% works
Povidone 6% is an antiseptic medicine. When used as a mouthwash, it kills harmful microorganisms of your mouth. This is how it works to prevent and trea... View More
What if you forget to take Povidone 6%?
If you miss a dose of Povidone 6%, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
- Povidone 6% 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 Povidone 6% 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
Skin infections, Wound infection, Decubitus ulcers
Adult Dose
Adult: As cream: For the treatment of infection: Apply once or twice daily or at dressing changes for a maximum of 14 days. For the prevention of in... View More
Contraindication
Regular use is contraindicated in patients or users with thyroid disorders (in particular nodular colloid goitre, endemic goiter and Hashimotos thyroidi... View More
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;
Side Effect
Local skin irritation and sensitivity. Application to large areas of denuded skin may produce systemic effects due to iodine absorption.The application ... View More
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