Povidex 10% w/v (Solution)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 110.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Povidone iodine |
| Company | Healthcare pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Brand
Povidex
Categories
- Medicine
- Health & Personal Care
- First Aid
Indications
- Primary or secondary topical infections
- Infected surgical incisions
- Infected decubitus or stasis ulcers
- Pyodermas
- Secondarily infected dermatoses
Dosage & Administration
- Cream or Ointment:
- Apply once or twice daily for a maximum of 14 days
- Apply once or twice a week for prevention
- Solution: Apply full strength as often as needed
- Gargle & Mouthwash: Use undiluted or diluted with warm water, gargle or rinse up to 4 times daily for up to 14 days
- Surgical Scrub: Wet hands, spread over both hands and forearms, rub thoroughly for about five minutes, rinse thoroughly under running water
- Powder: Apply a light dusting to the affected area
- Ophthalmic Solution: 1 drop 4 times daily or as required
Pharmacology
Povidone Iodine is a complex of iodine and an organic polymer, povidone, with rapid microbicidal activity against bacteria, protozoa, viruses, and fungi/yeasts.
Interaction
- Strong alkali
- Sodium thiosulphate
- Sodium metabisulphite
- Thiomersal
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Thyroid disorders
- Lithium therapy
- Severely burnt patients
- Children under 2 years old
Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Irritation of skin and mucous membranes
- Systemic adverse effects for severe burns or large area applications
Pregnancy & Lactation
Not recommended during pregnancy, usually compatible with breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid prolonged use in mouth ulcers and under jewelry
- Special caution in patients with renal insufficiency
- Not for use in children under 6 years of age
Therapeutic Class
Iodine compounds (Anti-septic Preparations)
Storage Conditions
Store below 25°C, do not freeze, protect from light, keep out of reach of children