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Alphadine is a prescription drug, available for use as Liquid, Ointment. It is typically used for the treatment of Infections, Open Wound. Secondary and off-label uses of Alphadine have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Alphadine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Alphadine can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Alphadine are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Alphadine's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Alphadine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Alphadine related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Alphadine since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Alphadine contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Alphadine with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alphadine is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Alphadine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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Is the use of Alphadine safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Alphadine. It is best to stop taking Alphadine immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Alphadine safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Alphadine. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Alphadine on the Kidneys?
Alphadine does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alphadine on the Liver?
Alphadine is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Alphadine on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Alphadine for the heart.
Alphadine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alphadine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alphadine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Alphadine is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Alphadine since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Alphadine only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Alphadine in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Alphadine
It is safe to take Alphadine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alphadine
Information about the interaction of Alphadine and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, there have been reports of Alphadine causing acute kidney injury. Alphadine 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, rarely, a chemical burn can develop from Alphadine. It develops when during a surgical procedure, Alphadine is used, however, it doesn't dry and starts dripping, and collects in a body part. Symptoms may develop instantly or after a day. It develops because iodine causes irritation, maceration, pressure and then friction. Healing might not require much medical intervention but it causes discomfort, might prolong the hospital stay and expose a person to an infection.
Yes, it is safe to use Alphadine 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.
Yes, Alphadine can be used on the burns. The probability of a microbial infection is very high in burns because of which the partial thickness burn wounds can get transformed into full thickness burns which can have grave consequences. Alphadine has been found out to be very effective in burn healing.
Yes, Alphadine kills bacteria. It exerts its bactericidal effect by invading the cell wall of the bacteria and killing its DNA and denaturing the enzymes.
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