Povidone-Iodine Topical10%
Topical Solution
EDCL
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Povidone-Iodine Topical may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects o... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Povidone-Iodine Topical is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amou... View More |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Povidone-Iodine Topical is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent. Used as a mouthwash to kill germs that cause sore throat. It also relieves dryness or i... View More
Uses of Povidone-Iodine Topical
- Wound infection
Side effects of Povidone-Iodine Topical
- No common side effects seen
How to use Povidone-Iodine Topical
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-Iodine Topical works
Povidone-Iodine Topical is an antiseptic medicine. When used as a mouthwash, it kills harmful microorganisms of your mouth. This is how it works to prev... View More
What if you forget to take Povidone-Iodine Topical?
If you miss a dose of Povidone-Iodine Topical, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
- Povidone-Iodine Topical 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-Iodine Topical 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
Use as an antiseptic skin cleanser for major and minor surgical procedures, Skin infections, Wound infection, Decubitus ulcers, Candidal & Trichomonal ... View More
Adult Dose
Treatment and prophylaxis of wound infection Adult: Apply the full strength as often as required as a paint or wet soak. For minor wounds and infecti... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity; prolonged use in patients with thyroid disorders or on lithium therapy.
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
Pregnancy, lactation; neonates. Renal impairement.
Side Effect
Local irritation and sensitivity to skin & mucus membrane. Application to large areas of denuded skin may produce systemic effects due to iodine absorpt... View More
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