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Povicidal 5% Powder

Name: Povicidal 5% Powder
SKU: POVI
Price: 11 INR
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by Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Salt CompositionPovidone Iodine (5%)

₹11

(box of 10 gm powder)

Stock : Out of Stock

Introduction to Povicidal 5% Powder

It is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent It treats and prevents infections in Sore throat.
It controls the growth of microbes by killing harmful microbes which prevents infection of the affected area

Safety Advice for Povicidal 5% Powder

High risk
Moderate risk
Safe

No known interaction, consult your doctor.

If you have any kidney disease, consult your doctor.

If you have any liver disease, consult your doctor.

If you are preganant, consult your doctor before taking it.

No known interaction, consult your doctor.

It is safe no affect on driving skills.

How Povicidal 5% Powder works

Povidone iodine inhibits the growth of infection-causing microbes by penetrating micro-organisms and oxidizing essential proteins, nucleotides, and fatty acid resulting to the death of cells.

How To Use Povicidal 5% Powder

Gargle with the recommended quantity suggested by doctor.
Take the required dose and rinse the mouth with it for 30s and Spit it out.
Do not swallow it.

Special Precautions About Povicidal 5% Powder

If you are allergic to povidone iodine, inform your doctor.
If you have hypothyroidism and any other thyroid issue, inform your doctor.

Benefits Of Povicidal 5% Powder

In Treatment of Mouth infection
In Treatment of Sore throat
In Treatment of Dry mouth
In Treatment and prevention of Wound infection

Side Effects Of Povicidal 5% Powder

Mouth and throat infection
Dryness of mouth and throat
Burning sensation

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Povicidal 5% Powder

Use medicine as you remember to take.
If next dose is near than Skip the missed Dose.
Do not double up for the missed Dose.

Health And Lifestyle

Take proper rest and sleep to recover fast. Stay hydrated and increase the intake of fluids. Have a nutritious and balanced diet.

Drug Interaction

Anti-depressants (Lithium).

Disease Explanation

Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter your body and start to multiply, causing illness and related symptoms like fever, pain, and swelling. It affects different parts of the body like ear, nose, throat, chest, lungs, teeth, skin, and urinary tract.

FAQ's on Povicidal 5% Powder

Can Povicidal 5% Powder affect thyroid function?

Using Povicidal 5% Powder over a large area or for a long time may sometimes cause problems with your thyroid. Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction include weight loss, increased appetite, sweating, lack of energy, and weight gain. If you notice such symptoms, contact your doctor who may advise you to stop using Povicidal 5% Powder.

Can I put Povicidal 5% Powder on an open wound?

Povicidal 5% Powder can be used as an antiseptic to treat or prevent infections in wounds such as ulcers, small burns or cuts, and other minor injuries. However, take special care if you are applying Povicidal 5% Powder on open large wounds or where the skin is broken like burns. The reason being there may be a risk of excessive absorption of iodine in blood which may increase to toxic levels.

Will Povicidal 5% Powder solution stain my skin or clothes?

Povicidal 5% Powder has a natural golden brown color which stains the area where you have applied it. It does not however, permanently stain your skin and fingernails. The stain can be easily removed from your clothes with soap and water.

Where can Povicidal 5% Powder be used?

Povicidal 5% Powder is used in the treatment and prevention of infection in wounds including cuts, small areas of burn, ulcers and minor injuries. Do not use this medicine on deep wounds and clean surgical wounds.

How should Povicidal 5% Powder solution be applied to an injury?

Clean the affected area and apply a small amount of the medicine to it. You can then cover it with a sterile bandage. You can apply this medicine 1 to 3 times daily. However, do not use it for longer than 1 week.

Written By

Pranav ayush

MBA in Pharmaceutical

Content Updated on

Wednesday, 11 September, 2024

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