Povitic 10% w/v (Solution)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Povidone iodine |
| Company | Benham pharmaceuticals ltd |
Title, Categories, and Description
- Povidone Iodine Cream
- Therapeutic Class: Iodine Compounds (Antiseptic Preparations)
- Used as adjunct to systemic therapy
- Adjunct to prevention and treatment of various infections
- Available in cream, ointment, solution, powder, gargle & mouthwash, and ophthalmic solution forms
- Broad spectrum of microbicidal activity
- Prolongs germicidal activity of iodine
- Non-staining and active in the presence of various substances
- For topical application in various indications
- Symptomatic treatment of dry eye conditions
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy
- Usually compatible with breastfeeding
- Storage conditions: Store below 25°C, do not freeze, keep out of reach of children
Indications
- Primary or secondary topical infections
- Infected surgical incisions
- Infected decubitus or stasis ulcers
- Pyodermas
- Secondarily infected dermatoses
- Infected traumatic lesions
- Prevention of microbial contaminations in burns and incisions
- Degerming skin in hyperalimentation, the umbilical area or circumcision
- Prevent infections and promote wound healing in abrasions, minor cuts, and wounds
- Treatment and prevention of surface infections
- Treatment of seborrhea
- Preoperative and postoperative scrubbing and washing
- Disinfection of wounds, burns, lacerations, and abrasions
- Prophylactic anti-infective agent in house, hospital & office procedures
- Postoperative application to incisions
- As a preoperative swab in the mouth & throat
- Treatment of acute mucosal infections of the mouth and pharynx
- Oral hygiene prior to, during and after dental and oral surgery
Pharmacology
- Complex of iodine and povidone polymer
- Prolongs germicidal activity of iodine
- Rapid microbicidal activity against various microorganisms
- Sporicidal
- Non-staining
- Active in the presence of soap, blood, serum, pus, mucosal secretions, and water
Dosage & Administration
- Instructions for cream/ointment use
- Instructions for solution use
- Instructions for gargle & mouthwash use
- Instructions for surgical scrub use
- Instructions for powder use
- Instructions for ophthalmic solution use
Interaction
- Interaction with strong alkali, sodium thiosulphate, sodium metabisulphite, thiomersal
- Exhibits hypothyroidic effect with concurrent lithium therapy
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Avoid regular use in patients with thyroid disorders or receiving lithium therapy
- Assess serum iodide levels in severely burnt patients
- Not for use in serious cavities and in children under 2 years
Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Skin and mucous membranes irritation
- Potential systemic adverse effects in severe burns or large denuded areas
- Interference with thyroid function tests
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy due to iodine absorption
- Usually compatible with breastfeeding
- Avoid regular use in pregnant and lactating women
- No experience in human pregnancy/lactation for ophthalmic solution
Precautions & Warnings
- Consult a Registered Physician for deep wounds or serious burns
- Prolonged exposure to wet solution may cause irritation or severe skin reactions
- Avoid prolonged use of gargle & mouthwash and surgical scrub
- Use with caution in known iodine sensitivity
- Precautions for ophthalmic solution use
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C
- Do not freeze
- Keep out of reach of children