Arodin 1% w/v (Mouthwash)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 50.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Povidone iodine |
| Company | Aristopharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Title and Categories
- Povidone Iodine Antiseptic Product
- Medicine
- Medical Supplies
- Healthcare
Dimensions
- Cream or ointment tube size: 50g
- Solution bottle size: 100ml
- Powder container size: 30g
- Ophthalmic solution bottle size: 10ml
Color Options
- Cream or ointment: White
- Solution: Golden
- Powder: White
- Ophthalmic Solution: Transparent
Functions
- Treatment of topical infections
- Prevention of microbial contaminations
- Surface disinfection
- Antiseptic skin cleanser for preoperative and postoperative scrubbing
- Symptomatic treatment of dry eye conditions
Materials
- Povidone Iodine
- Organic polymer
- Surfactant solution
Technical Specifications
- Rapid microbicidal activity against various microorganisms
- Sporicidal
- Non-staining
- Active in the presence of soap, blood, serum, pus, mucosal secretions, and water
Design Elements
- Pleasantly flavored gargle & mouthwash
- Golden surfactant solution for surgical scrub
- Eye dropper for ophthalmic solution
Usability Features
- Applicable for adults and children over 6 years
- Easy application for various indications
- Prolonged germicidal action
Dosage & Administration
- Cream or ointment: Apply once or twice daily for a maximum of 14 days
- Solution: Apply full strength as often as needed as paint, spray, or wet soak
- Gargle & Mouthwash: Use undiluted or diluted with an equal volume of warm water, gargle or rinse up to 10mL for up to 30 seconds without swallowing, repeat up to four times daily
- Surgical Scrub: Wet hands and forearms, apply 5mL and spread, rub thoroughly for about five minutes, rinse thoroughly under running water
- Powder: Apply a light dusting of powder to the affected area, or use as advised by the Registered Physician
- Ophthalmic Solution: 1 drop 4 times daily or as required
Interaction
- Exhibits interaction with strong alkali, sodium thiosulphate, sodium metabisulphite, and thiomersal
- Concurrent lithium therapy may exhibit hypothyroidic effect
Contraindications
- Avoid regular use in patients with thyroid disorders or receiving lithium therapy
- Assess serum iodide levels in severely burnt patients
Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Irritation of the skin and mucous membranes
- Systemic adverse effects for severe burns or large denuded areas
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy
- Considered compatible with breastfeeding by the American Academy of Pediatrics
- Not recommended for pregnant and lactating women for Gargle & Mouthwash and Surgical Scrub
- Not recommended for compelling reasons in pregnancy and lactation for Ophthalmic Solution
Precautions & Warnings
- Consult Registered Physician for deep wounds, puncture wounds, or serious burns
- Avoid pooling of the solution beneath the patient during preoperative prepping
- Special caution for patients with pre-existing renal insufficiency
- Care must be taken when used on known iodine sensitivity
- Patients experiencing blurred vision should not drive or use machinery after applying the eye drops
Therapeutic Class
- Iodine compounds (Antiseptic Preparations)
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C
- Do not freeze
- Keep out of the reach of children
- Do not touch the ophthalmic solution dropper tip to any surface
- Do not use after one month of the first opening