Teargen 5% v/v (Ophthalmic Solution)

10 ml drop: ৳ 90.29

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Povidone iodine
Company General pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Cleanser 10 w solution

Title

  • Povidone Iodine Cream
  • Povidone Iodine Ointment
  • Povidone Iodine Solution
  • Povidone Iodine Gargle
  • Povidone Iodine Mouthwash
  • Povidone Iodine Surgical Scrub
  • Povidone Iodine Powder
  • Povidone Iodine Ophthalmic Solution

Categories

  • Antiseptic Preparations
  • Antibacterial Agents
  • Ophthalmic Solutions
  • Mouth and Throat Preparations

Description

  • Adjunct to systemic therapy for various topical infections
  • Used for preoperative and postoperative scrubbing
  • For treatment and prevention of infections in wounds, cuts, and burns
  • Symptomatic treatment of dry eye conditions
  • Preparation for degerming skin in medical procedures

Dimensions

  • Cream or ointment: Variable volume containers
  • Solution: Liquid in various volumes
  • Powder: Available in different quantities

Color Options

  • No color options specified

Functions

  • Microbicidal activity against bacteria, protozoa, viruses, and fungi/yeasts
  • Prolongs germicidal activity
  • Forms rich lather for skin cleansing
  • Provides protection against infections in wounds
  • Treatment of dry eye conditions

Materials

  • Contains Povidone Iodine - a complex of iodine and an organic polymer

Technical Specifications

  • Non-staining
  • Active in the presence of soap, blood, serum, pus, and water
  • Can be used as a substitute for tear fluid

Design Elements

  • Pleasantly flavored solution for gargle & mouthwash

Usability Features

  • Easy to apply once or twice daily for infection treatment
  • Can be used prophylactically once or twice a week
  • Applicable for topical application and as a substitute for tear fluid

Interaction

  • Exhibits interaction with strong alkali, sodium thiosulphate, and thiomersal

Contraindications

  • Avoided in patients with thyroid disorders
  • Avoided in severely burnt patients
  • Not to be used in serious cavities and in children under the age of 2 years

Side Effects

  • Hypersensitivity reactions and irritation of skin and mucous membranes
  • Systemic adverse effects when applied to severe burns or large denuded skin areas

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Not recommended for use during pregnancy
  • Usually compatible with breastfeeding

Precautions & Warnings

  • Special caution needed when applied to broken skin
  • Avoid regular use in patients on concurrent lithium therapy

Therapeutic Class

  • Iodine compounds (Antiseptic Preparations)

Storage Conditions

  • Store below 25°C
  • Do not freeze
  • Protected from light
  • Do not touch the ophthalmic solution dropper tip to any surface

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