Povidex Solution

Povidone Iodine 10% Topical

10%w/v

Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Pack size	100 ml bottle
Unite Price	110.00 BDT

Indications

Povidex Solution is used for: Use as an antiseptic skin cleanser for major and minor surgical procedures, Skin infections, Wound infection, Decubitus ulcers, Candidal & Trichomonal vaginitis.

Adult Dose

Treatment and prophylaxis of wound infection Adult: Apply the full strength as often as required as a paint or wet soak. For minor wounds and infection apply directly to the affected area. The site may be covered with gauze or adhesive bandage. Vaginal:. Vaginal candidiasis Adult: 5 gm of (10%) gel, one applicator full every night for up tp 14 days.

Child Dose

Renal Dose

Administration

Contra Indications

Hypersensitivity; prolonged use in patients with thyroid disorders or on lithium therapy.

Precautions

Pregnancy, lactation; neonates. Renal impairement.

Pregnancy-Lactation

Pregnancy Category: B Lactation: Use caution; enters breast

Interactions

Side Effects

Side effects of Povidone Iodine 10% Topical : Local irritation and sensitivity to skin & mucus membrane. Application to large areas of denuded skin may produce systemic effects due to iodine absorption.

Mode of Action

Povidone-iodine is an iodophore with a powerful broad-spectrum germicidal activity against a wide range of bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa and spores. Microbicidal; oxidizes cell constituents; iodinates proteins and inactivates them.

Note

Povidex 10%w/v Solution generic name is Povidone Iodine 10% Topical. Povidex 10%w/v Solution is manufactured by Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Povidex is availble in all over Bangladesh. Mes BD drug index information on Povidex Solution is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.

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