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Povidez Benefits & Uses

Povidez is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Povidez Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Povidez Related Warnings

Is the use of Povidez safe for pregnant women?

Povidez can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Povidez right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Povidez safe during breastfeeding?

Povidez can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Povidez on the Kidneys?

Povidez is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Povidez on the Liver?

Using Povidez does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Povidez on the Heart?

Using Povidez does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Povidez with Other Drugs

Povidez should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Benzalkonium Chloride

Bupivacaine

Lidocaine

Povidez Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Povidez unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Thyroid problems
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Povidez

Is this Povidez habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Povidez.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Povidez since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Povidez should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Povidez is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Povidez Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Povidez

Taking Povidez with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Povidez

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Povidez with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Povidez

Question about 5 years ago

Can Povidez cause acute kidney injury?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, there have been reports of Povidez causing acute kidney injury. Povidez 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Povidez be used on burns?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Povidez 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. Povidez has been found out to be very effective in burn healing.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Povidez work?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Povidez is also known as an iodophor, meaning that povidone is a carrier of iodine. Iodine kills the microbes as it acts as the active molecule. Once released from the complex, the free iodine penetrates into the cell walls of the microorganisms and inhibits the synthesis and structures of proteins and nucleic acids. Even though the complete mechanism is not understood, it is hypothesized that iodine disrupts the vital bacterial structures and mechanisms, denaturing and deactivating the bacteria. In-vitro studies have also suggested that iodine decreases the inflammation caused by the pathogens and host cells.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Povidez suitable for a fungal infection?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Povidez is suitable for a fungal infection. Fungal infections can be managed by using a topical treatment and adhering to it, by washing the skin with slightly warm water and an antifungal soap or a wash, by keeping the skin dry, by daily washing the towel, bedsheet and the clothes, by not wearing tight clothes, etc.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Povidez cause allergy?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, in rare instances, Povidez may cause allergy. It could be manifested as a rash, an itch, a swelling around the mouth, on lips, tongue or throat, wheezing, sneezing, etc. If you develop any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately.