Povimax 1% w/v (Mouthwash)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 30.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Povidone iodine |
| Company | Albion laboratories limited |
| Also available as |
Title
- Povimax Povidone Iodine Antiseptic Cream, Solution, Powder, Gargle & Mouthwash, Surgical Scrub and Ophthalmic Solution
Categories
- Antiseptic
- Medical Supplies
- Eye Care
- Oral Hygiene
- First Aid
Description
- Used as an adjunct to systemic therapy in primary or secondary topical infections
- Indicated for infected surgical incisions, decubitus or stasis ulcers, pyodermas, and secondarily infected dermatoses
- Prevent microbial contaminations in burns, incisions, and topical lesions
- For degerming skin in hyperalimentation, umbilical area, circumcision, and oral moniliasis
- Preoperative and postoperative scrubbing and washing of hospital operating room and equipment
- Treatment and prevention of surface infections as well as seborrhea
Dimensions
Variable depending on the formulation
Color Options
- Cream
- Golden
- Transparent
Functions
- Antiseptic
- Germicidal
- Prolongs Germicidal Activity
- Sporicidal
- Non-staining
Materials
- Povidone Iodine
- Organic Polymer
Technical Specifications
- Rapid microbicidal activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, protozoa, viruses, and fungi/yeasts
- Active in the presence of soap, blood, serum, pus, mucosal secretions, and water
Design Elements
- Pleasantly flavored solution for oral application
Usability Features
- Used for adult and pediatric patients over 6 years old
- Recommended to avoid regular use during pregnancy and lactation
- Storage below 25°C and protected from light
Individual Attributes
- Complex of iodine and organic polymer
- Lower toxicity compared to elemental iodine
- Interacts with strong alkali and specific chemicals
- Avoid regular use in patients with thyroid disorders or receiving lithium therapy
- May cause hypersensitivity reactions, irritation of skin and mucous membranes
- Advised precautions for deep wounds, burns, and serious skin reactions
Interaction
- Exhibits interaction with strong alkali, sodium thiosulphate, sodium metabisulphite, and thiomersal
- Concurrent lithium therapy may cause hypothyroidic effect
Contraindication
- Avoid in patients with thyroid disorders or receiving lithium therapy
- Not recommended for use in severe burns and children under 2 years old
Side Effects
- May cause hypersensitivity reactions, skin and mucous membrane irritation
- Systemic adverse effects with application to severe burns or large denuded skin areas
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy due to potential fetal thyroid effects
- Considered usually compatible with breastfeeding by the American Academy of Pediatrics
- Avoid regular use in pregnant and lactating women
- No recommended administration during pregnancy and lactation for eye drops
Dosage & Administration
- Variable application frequencies and methods depending on the formulation
- Oral application should not be swallowed or used for more than 30 seconds
- Special application techniques for surgical scrub and ophthalmic solution
Precautions & Warnings
- Special caution for deep wounds, burns, and skin irritation
- Avoid regular or prolonged use to prevent iodine absorption
- Special caution for patients with pre-existing renal insufficiency
- Avoid regular use in patients on concurrent lithium therapy
Therapeutic Class
- Iodine Compounds (Antiseptic Preparations)
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C
- Do not freeze
- Keep out of the reach of children
- Avoid contamination of ophthalmic solution dropper tip