Povidone Iodine Solution is a prescription medicine that is available as a Solution. Infections, Open Wound are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Povidone Iodine Solution have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Povidone Iodine Solution 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Povidone Iodine Solution side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Povidone Iodine Solution are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Povidone Iodine Solution's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Povidone Iodine Solution's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Povidone Iodine Solution is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Povidone Iodine Solution have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Povidone Iodine Solution with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Povidone Iodine Solution is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Povidone Iodine Solution 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Povidone Iodine Solution is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Povidone Iodine Solution safe for pregnant women?
Povidone Iodine Solution may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Povidone Iodine Solution, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Povidone Iodine Solution safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Povidone Iodine Solution. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Povidone Iodine Solution on the Kidneys?
Povidone Iodine Solution is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Povidone Iodine Solution on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Povidone Iodine Solution on the liver.
What is the effect of Povidone Iodine Solution on the Heart?
Povidone Iodine Solution is not harmful for the heart.
Povidone Iodine Solution 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 Povidone Iodine Solution unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Povidone Iodine Solution habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Povidone Iodine Solution has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Povidone Iodine Solution will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Povidone Iodine Solution only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Povidone Iodine Solution for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Povidone Iodine Solution
Taking Povidone Iodine Solution with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Povidone Iodine Solution
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Povidone Iodine Solution and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Povidone Iodine Solution 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. Povidone Iodine Solution has been found out to be very effective in burn healing.
Yes, in rare instances, Povidone Iodine Solution 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.
Yes, there have been reports of Povidone Iodine Solution causing acute kidney injury. Povidone Iodine Solution 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.
No, Povidone Iodine Solution should not be used for the treatment of vaginitis in pregnant women. This is because exposure to iodine-containing solution could lead to the development of hypothyroidism and goiter in the infant. Vaginitis is the swelling of the vulva or vagina. It may develop from the use of soap, perfumes, not washing well, menopause, wearing tight undergarments, etc. It can stem from a bacterial, yeast, fungal or a protozoan infection. It can be effectively managed by washing the infected area with only water, keeping it dry, taking a warm bath, wearing comfortable undergarments, keeping the blood sugar levels under control and using pads and not tampons. It is also important to use an antiseptic as per the recommendations of a doctor.
Yes, Povidone Iodine Solution 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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