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Windin Information

Windin is a prescription drug, available for use as Ointment. Infections, Open Wound are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Windin have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Windin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Windin have been listed ahead. These side effects of Windin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Windin's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Windin related warnings talks about Windin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Windin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Windin have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Windin have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Windin is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Windin Benefits & Uses
Windin Dosage & How to Take
Windin Side Effects
Windin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Windin with Other Drugs
Windin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Windin
Windin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Windin Benefits & Uses

Windin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Windin 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

Windin Related Warnings

Is the use of Windin safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Windin safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Windin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Windin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Windin again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Windin on the Kidneys?

Windin does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Windin on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Windin on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Windin on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Windin for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Windin with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Benzalkonium Chloride

Bupivacaine

Lidocaine

Windin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Thyroid problems
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Windin

Is this Windin habit forming or addictive?

Windin does not cause addiction.

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

Windin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Windin only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Windin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Windin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Windin

You can take Windin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Windin

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Windin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Windin

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Windin kill bacteria?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Windin kills bacteria. It exerts its bactericidal effect by invading the cell wall of the bacteria and killing its DNA and denaturing the enzymes.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Windin cause acute kidney injury?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

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

How to use Windin?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Windin is used as an antiseptic and a disinfectant. It is used for the treatment of contaminated wounds, pre-operative preparation of mucous membranes and skin and disinfection of the equipment. Windin is also available as a sterile solution for prepping eyelids, cheek and brows and ocular region irrigation (cleansing of eyes).

Question over 5 years ago

What is Windin?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Windin 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Windin work?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Windin 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.