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Intadine 5% Ointment, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Ointment. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Infections, Open Wound. Intadine 5% Ointment also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Intadine 5% Ointment. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Intadine 5% Ointment have been listed ahead. These side effects of Intadine 5% Ointment 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, Intadine 5% Ointment's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Intadine 5% Ointment related warnings talks about Intadine 5% Ointment's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Intadine 5% Ointment is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. The section on Intadine 5% Ointment contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Intadine 5% Ointment may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Intadine 5% Ointment is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Intadine 5% Ointment 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 Intadine 5% Ointment safe for pregnant women?
Intadine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Intadine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Intadine 5% Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Intadine. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Intadine 5% Ointment on the Kidneys?
Using Intadine does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Intadine 5% Ointment on the Liver?
Intadine is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Intadine 5% Ointment on the Heart?
You can take Intadine without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Intadine 5% Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Intadine 5% Ointment habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Intadine 5% Ointment is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Intadine 5% Ointment does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Intadine 5% Ointment should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Intadine 5% Ointment in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Intadine 5% Ointment
Taking Intadine 5% Ointment with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Intadine 5% Ointment
Information about the interaction of Intadine 5% Ointment and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Intadine 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, Intadine 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, Intadine 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. Intadine has been found out to be very effective in burn healing.
Yes, Intadine kills bacteria. It exerts its bactericidal effect by invading the cell wall of the bacteria and killing its DNA and denaturing the enzymes.
Yes, it is safe to use Intadine for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not prolong its use or discontinue using it as per your own will. Follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
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