Povirex Plus Ointment

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	No
Marketer	Laborate Pharmaceuticals India Ltd
Active Ingredient	Metronidazole (NA) + Povidone Iodine (NA)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	DERMA
User Rating	4.6
User Reviews	674

FAQ

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Povirex Plus?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

What if you forget to take Povirex Plus?

If you miss a dose of Povirex Plus, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Povirex Plus Ointment Reviews

Povirex Plus is a combination medicine that is used to treat skin wounds. It also prevents the growth of microorganisms that may infect the wound and promotes healing of the wound.

Povirex Plus is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.

The most common side effect of this medicine includes itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These are usually self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare. You must consult the doctor if you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.).

Before using this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use this medicine with proper consultation and caution. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and consult the doctor about this condition. During the course of the treatment, do not touch or scratch the wounded or burnt skin areas as this may delay the healing process.

How Povirex Plus Ointment Works

Povirex Plus is a combination of two medicines: Metronidazole and Povidone Iodine. Metronidazole is an antibiotic which kills bacteria and other harmful microorganisms by damaging their DNA. Povidone Iodine is an antiseptic applied on skin which is infected or is likely to get infected. It slowly releases iodine which kills or prevents the growth of these microorganisms.

How to Use Povirex Plus Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

Benefits of Povirex Plus Ointment

In Treatment of Wound infection: Povirex Plus is an antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of wound infection. Povirex Plus kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes, thereby preventing abrasions, cuts, 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 Povirex Plus Ointment

Treatment of Wound infection

Povirex Plus Ointment Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Povirex Plus 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 ^CAUTION

Povirex Plus should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.If a single dose of Povirex Plus is used, it is recommended to hold breastfeeding for 12-24 hours to allow the removal of the drug.

Quick Tips

Apply it once or twice daily and re-apply to any areas from which it gets removed due to activity. Burn areas should be covered with the cream at all times.
Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
Clean the wound and then apply the cream to the affected area using a sterile gloved hand or a sterile spatula.
It may cause minor burning, stinging or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.