Povimed S is a prescription drug, available for use as Ointment. Other than this, Povimed S has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Povimed S depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Povimed S are Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Povimed S can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Povimed S are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Povimed S's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Povimed S related warnings talks about Povimed S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Povimed S can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Povimed S in conditions like Drug Allergy, Diabetes, Peripheral Neuropathy. Other contraindications of Povimed S have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Povimed S have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Povimed S is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Povimed S is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Povimed S is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Povimed S safe for pregnant women?
Povimed S can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Povimed S, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Povimed S safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Povimed S. Immediately discontinue Povimed S if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Povimed S on the Kidneys?
Povimed S may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Povimed S on the Liver?
Side effects of Povimed S rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Povimed S on the Heart?
You can take Povimed S without any fear of damage to the heart.
Povimed S should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Povimed S unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Povimed S habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Povimed S.
Interaction between Food and Povimed S
You can take Povimed S with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Povimed S
Consumption of alcohol and Povimed S together may have severe effects on your health.
Povimed S is a brand name for a complex containing elemental iodine and polyvinylpyrrolidone (povidone, PVP). It is extensively used as an antiseptic and a disinfectant. It is usually used in the solution form.
Yes, there have been reports of Povimed S causing acute kidney injury. Povimed S is widely used as an antiseptic and as a preoperative and postoperative surgical scrub. Its main moiety is iodine which is effective against yeast, fungi, bacteria, and protozoans. However, it is also known to cause toxicity, resulting in acute kidney injury in a person who ingested it, in people in whom it has been used topically, etc.
Yes, Povimed S kills bacteria. It exerts its bactericidal effect by invading the cell wall of the bacteria and killing its DNA and denaturing the enzymes.
Yes, Povimed S is used for open wounds since last few decades. It remains a favorite agent for use as an antiseptic and as a wound-healing agent because of its safety, tolerability, and efficacy. Povimed S has a broad spectrum of activity, has reduced cell toxicity, low incidence of resistance has anti-inflammatory property, and is able to penetrate biofilms (cluster of microorganisms attached to the cell surface).
Yes, it is safe to use Povimed S for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not prolong its use or discontinue using it as per your own will. Follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
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