Poviderm 5% Ointment
Product Info
Prescription required | No |
Marketer | Jagsonpal Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Povidone Iodine (5%) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Iodinated polyvinyl polymer |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
Action Class | Antiseptics and disinfectants |
User Rating | 4.3 |
User Reviews | 679 |
FAQ
Poviderm 5% Ointment Reviews
Poviderm 5% is for external use only. You should always use it exactly as your doctor has told you. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.
This medicine may cause side effects like skin irritation, redness, or itching at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention. You should stop taking it straight away if you have any signs of an allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, throat, or face, swallowing or breathing problems, feeling dizzy or faint, and nausea.
How Poviderm 5% Ointment Works
How to Use Poviderm 5% Ointment
Benefits of Poviderm 5% Ointment
- In Treatment and prevention of Wound infection: Poviderm 5% is a versatile antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of infection. Poviderm 5% 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.
Uses of Poviderm 5% Ointment
- Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Poviderm 5% Ointment Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- 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.
- Poviderm 5% is an antiseptic that helps treat and prevent infections.
References
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