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Nicodin Solution is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment, Solution. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Infections, Open Wound. Secondary and off-label uses of Nicodin Solution have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Nicodin Solution. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Nicodin Solution side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nicodin 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Nicodin Solution is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Nicodin Solution's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Nicodin Solution related warnings section.
Nicodin Solution is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Nicodin Solution contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Nicodin Solution may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Nicodin Solution is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Nicodin 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Nicodin Solution safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Nicodin Solution. It is best to stop taking Nicodin Solution immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Nicodin Solution safe during breastfeeding?
Nicodin Solution may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Nicodin Solution, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Nicodin Solution.
What is the effect of Nicodin Solution on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Nicodin Solution on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nicodin Solution on the Liver?
Nicodin Solution is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Nicodin Solution on the Heart?
You can take Nicodin Solution without any fear of damage to the heart.
Nicodin 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 Nicodin Solution unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nicodin Solution habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Nicodin Solution has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Nicodin Solution will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Nicodin Solution only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Nicodin Solution is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nicodin Solution
It is safe to take Nicodin Solution with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nicodin Solution
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Nicodin Solution with alcohol will be.
No, Nicodin 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.
No, Nicodin Solution is not an antibiotic. It is an antiseptic. It is used against fungi, yeast, bacteria, and protozoans. It is also used as a disinfectant for cleaning the equipment. It is used extensively as an antiseptic because of its good safety, efficacy and tolerability profile. It is broad-spectrum in nature and doesn't have the complication of resistance developing to it.
Yes, Nicodin 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. Nicodin Solution has been found out to be very effective in burn healing.
Yes, there have been reports of Nicodin Solution causing acute kidney injury. Nicodin 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.
Nicodin Solution 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.
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