Povin 2.5% v/v (Topical Spray)

50 ml spray: ৳ 300.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Povidone iodine
Company	Opsonin pharma ltd
Also available as	Povin 10 w solution Povin 5 w ointment Povin 1 w mouthwash Povin 5 v eye drop

Primary or secondary topical infections
Infected surgical incisions
Infected decubitus or stasis ulcers
Pyodermas
Secondarily infected dermatoses
Infected traumatic lesions
Prevent microbial contaminations in burns
Degerming skin in hyperalimentation
Abrasions
Minor cuts
Wounds
Infections of skin
Mucous membrane and hyperalimentation procedures
Seborrhea
Preoperative and postoperative scrubbing and washing
Preoperative prepping of operative site
Disinfection of wounds, burns, lacerations, and abrasions
Prophylactic anti-infective agent in house, hospital & office procedures
Postoperative application to incisions
Oral moniliasis (thrush)
Bacterial and mycotic skin infections
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
Antiseptic skin cleanser for preoperative and postoperative scrubbing and washing by surgeons and operation theatre staff
Topical application in superficial wounds
Dry eye conditions including keratoconjunctivitis sicca
Substitute for tear fluid in case of the unstable tear film or insufficient moistening of the eye surface

Prolongs germicidal activity of iodine
Rapid microbicidal activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria
Activity against protozoa, viruses, and fungi/yeasts
Sporicidal
Non-staining
Active in the presence of soap, blood, serum, pus, mucosal secretions, and water

Apply once or twice daily for a maximum of 14 days
Apply once or twice a week for as long as necessary
Apply full strength as often as needed as paint, spray, or wet soak
Use undiluted or diluted with an equal volume of warm water for gargle & mouthwash
Wet hands and forearms with water, pour about 5 mL of Povidone Iodine Surgical Scrub on the palm of the hand and spread over both hands and forearms, rub the Scrub thoroughly over all areas for about five minutes, rinse thoroughly under running water for surgical scrub
Apply a light dusting of powder to the affected area for powder
Instill 1 drop 4 times daily or as required into the conjunctival sac for ophthalmic solution

Exhibits interaction with strong alkali, sodium thiosulphate, sodium metabisulphite, and thiomersal
Concurrent lithium therapy has been shown to exhibit hypothyroidic effect

Hypersensitivity reactions
Irritation of the skin and mucous membranes
Systemic adverse effects such as metabolic acidosis, hypernatraemia, and impairment of renal function when applied to severe burns or large denuded areas of skin
Interferes with thyroid function tests

Not recommended for use during pregnancy
Usually compatible with breastfeeding (As per American Academy of Pediatrics)
No recommended administration during pregnancy and lactation for eye drops except for compelling reasons

Consult Registered Physician for deep or puncture wounds, serious burns, redness, irritation, swelling, pain, or infection
Avoid pooling beneath the patient during preoperative prepping
Avoid regular use as prolonged use may lead to the absorption of a significant amount of iodine
Special caution needed when regular applications to broken skin are made to patients with pre-existing renal insufficiency
Care must be taken when used on known iodine sensitivity
Contact lenses should not be worn during the instillation of the drug for ophthalmic solution
Patients who experience blurred vision after application should not drive or use machinery until their vision has cleared for ophthalmic solution