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Povilon 10% Solution

Name: Povilon 10% Solution
SKU: bottle of 500 ml Solution
Price: 297 INR
Availability: InStock

by Healthlon Pharmaceuticals

Salt CompositionPovidone Iodine (10% w/v)

₹330₹297

(bottle of 500 ml Solution)

10% off

Introduction to Povilon 10% Solution

It is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent containing Povidone iodine and is used to treat and prevent infection in cuts, minor burns, and abrasions.
It controls the growth of harmful microbes by killing them and preventing infection in the affected area.
It is also used prior to surgery to reduce the microbial load of the skin.
It is a broad-spectrum antiseptic and is effective against a wide range of infection-causing microbes.

Safety Advice for Povilon 10% Solution

Moderate risk
High 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 Povilon 10% Solution 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 Povilon 10% Solution

Rinse the affected area with plain water. Pat dry with a clean cloth.
Take a small amount of Betadine 10% Solution on a cotton ball and apply it to the affected area.
Let the area air dry for some time.
When dry, cover it with a sterile gauze or dressing.
Ask your doctor how often you must repeat the application.
Discontinue use if you notice irritation or an allergic reaction.
Povilon 10% Solution is meant for external use and must be applied topically on the skin.

Special Precautions About Povilon 10% Solution

If you are allergic to povidone iodine, inform your doctor.
If you have hypothyroidism and any other thyroid issue, inform your doctor.
Do not ingest the solution.

Benefits Of Povilon 10% Solution

Betadine 10% Solution is used in the treatment and prevention of infection in minor and deep cuts, minor burns, and skin abrasions.

Side Effects Of Povilon 10% Solution

Irritation
Burning
Itching
Dry skin
Peeling skin
Redness or inflammation

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Povilon 10% Solution

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

Lithium
Bacitracin
Neomycin
Other topical antiseptics

Drug Food Interaction

No reported interaction with food.

Disease Explanation

Skin infection is characterised by pain, redness, tenderness, swelling, stinging, or itching on skin. It can also cause pus formation in the affected area. Infection is likely to occur where the skin is cut, burnt, or wounded. All pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi can cause skin infection. Antiseptics and topical antibiotics are used to treat and prevent infections.

FAQ's on Povilon 10% Solution

Where can Povilon 10% Solution be used?

Povilon 10% Solution 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.

Can I put Povilon 10% Solution on an open wound?

Povilon 10% Solution 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 Povilon 10% Solution 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.

Can Povilon 10% Solution affect thyroid function?

Using Povilon 10% Solution 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 Povilon 10% Solution.

Will Povilon 10% Solution solution stain my skin or clothes?

Povilon 10% Solution 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.

How should Povilon 10% Solution 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

Friday, 1 November, 2024

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