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Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole. It is best to stop taking Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole safe during breastfeeding?
Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole 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.
What is the effect of Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole on the Kidneys?
Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole on the Heart?
Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole is completely safe for the heart.
Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole 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 Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole habit forming or addictive?
Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole
You can take Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole 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. Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole 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, Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole 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.
Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole 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.
No, Povidone Iodine + Sucralfate + Tinidazole 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 + Sucralfate + Tinidazole 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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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carafate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 656-657
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tindamax® (tinidazole)
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