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Povidone Iodine 5% Solution


Product introduction

Povidone Iodine 5% Solution is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent. It is used for the treatment and prevention of infections in wounds and cuts. It kills the harmful microbes and controls their growth, thereby preventing infections in the affected area.

Povidone Iodine 5% Solution is used to preserve the medicinal products

Uses of Povidone Iodine Solution

  • Treatment and prevention of Wound infection

Benefits of Povidone Iodine Solution

In Treatment and prevention of Wound infection

Povidone Iodine 5% Solution is a versatile antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of infection. Povidone Iodine 5% Solution kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes, thereby preventing abrasions, cuts, and wounds, or any break in the skin from getting infected. The antiseptic effect is caused due to the slow release of iodine. Keep the affected area clean and use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Povidone Iodine Solution

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Povidone Iodine

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
  • Generalized itching
  • Lung inflammation
  • Cushing syndrome
  • Delirium (acute confusional state)
  • Reduced emotions

How to use Povidone Iodine Solution

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.

How Povidone Iodine Solution works

Povidone Iodine 5% Solution is an antiseptic applied on skin, which is infected or is likely to get infected. It works by slowly releasing iodine which kills or prevents the growth of infectious microorganisms.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Povidone Iodine 5% Solution may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Povidone Iodine 5% Solution is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

  • Povidone Iodine 5% Solution is an antiseptic that helps treat and prevent infections.
  • Apply a small amount to the affected area after cleaning it properly.
  • Avoid contact with eyes and nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
  • Do not use it on burnt, broken or inflamed skin.
  • Povidone Iodine 5% Solution is an antiseptic that helps treat and prevent infections.
  • Apply a small amount to the affected area after cleaning it properly.
  • Avoid contact with eyes and nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
  • Do not use it on burnt, broken or inflamed skin.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Iodinated polyvinyl polymer
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS
Action Class
Antiseptics and disinfectants

Patient concerns

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he fell down while playing 1 week back and sustained a wound of size 7*5 cm on the knee it didnt heal completely and there is a yellowish colour in the middle he limps while walking due to pain. what should be done besides cleaning with povidone iodine
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
Cant guide in injury without examinationConsult physician locally plz
After shaving armpits and bottom area, the skin pricks and burns and becomes red in that area. What ointment can we use as after shave? Any oral medicine?
Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dermatology
Use fusiwal cream twice daily for 7daysBefore shaving armpits wipe the area with spirit followed by povidone iodine 10% (betadine) and lastly spirit againLet it get dryUse a sharp new blade all the d time. dnt draw the razor more than 2 times alwyz shave along the direction of hair growth not against it
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FAQs

Can I put Povidone Iodine 5% Solution on an open wound?

Povidone Iodine 5% 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 Povidone Iodine 5% 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 the blood which may increase to toxic levels.

Will Povidone Iodine 5% Solution solution stain my skin or clothes?

Povidone Iodine 5% 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.

Where can Povidone Iodine 5% Solution be used?

Povidone Iodine 5% 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.

How should Povidone Iodine 5% 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.

Can Povidone Iodine 5% Solution affect thyroid function?

Using Povidone Iodine 5% 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 Povidone Iodine 5% Solution.

Can I put Povidone Iodine 5% Solution on an open wound?

Povidone Iodine 5% 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 Povidone Iodine 5% 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 the blood which may increase to toxic levels.

Will Povidone Iodine 5% Solution solution stain my skin or clothes?

Povidone Iodine 5% 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.

Where can Povidone Iodine 5% Solution be used?

Povidone Iodine 5% 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.

How should Povidone Iodine 5% 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.

Can Povidone Iodine 5% Solution affect thyroid function?

Using Povidone Iodine 5% 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 Povidone Iodine 5% Solution.

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References

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Address: Wockhardt Towers, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400051, Maharashtra, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

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