Poviclean Ointment

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  • Manufactured by: Indoco Remedies Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Metronidazole (1 % w/w) + Povidone Iodine (5 % w/w)

Poviclean Ointment Information

Poviclean Ointment, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Ointment. The alternative uses of Poviclean Ointment have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Poviclean Ointment 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Poviclean Ointment include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. While these are the most often observed Poviclean Ointment side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Poviclean Ointment normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Poviclean Ointment is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Poviclean Ointment's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Poviclean Ointment can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Poviclean Ointment in conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Poviclean Ointment are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Poviclean Ointment may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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


Poviclean Ointment Benefits & Uses

Poviclean Ointment is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Poviclean Ointment 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area.
  • Dosage Form: Ointment
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area.
  • Dosage Form: Ointment
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area.
  • Dosage Form: Ointment
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Poviclean Ointment Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Poviclean Ointment is used -

Severe

  • Skin redness
  • Skin Burning

Moderate

Mild

  • Dry Mouth
  • Metallic taste in mouth
  • पेट दर्द
  • Skin irritation
  • Eye irritation

Common

Poviclean Ointment Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Poviclean Ointment safe for pregnant women?


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

  • Is the use of Poviclean Ointment safe during breastfeeding?


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

  • What is the effect of Poviclean Ointment on the Kidneys?


    There are no side effects of Poviclean on the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Poviclean Ointment on the Liver?


    Poviclean does not damage the liver.

  • What is the effect of Poviclean Ointment on the Heart?


    Poviclean is not harmful for the heart.


Severe Interaction of Poviclean Ointment with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate

Mild


Poviclean Ointment Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Poviclean Ointment

  • Is this Poviclean Ointment habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Poviclean Ointment has not been reported.

Poviclean Ointment Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Poviclean Ointment


    You can take Poviclean Ointment with food.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Poviclean Ointment


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Poviclean Ointment with alcohol will be.


Frequently asked Questions about Poviclean Ointment

Question over 6 years ago

Is Poviclean an antibiotic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Poviclean is an antibiotic drug. It is used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Poviclean cause high blood pressure?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

No, Poviclean does not cause high blood pressure (hypertension). However, if you are in doubt you can discuss with your doctor to find out the exact reason behind high blood pressure. 

Question almost 7 years ago

How does Poviclean work?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Poviclean acts on the DNA structure of bacterial and protozoan cells and disrupts its helical structure resulting in the death of bacteria and protozoa. Infections caused due to pathogens are eradicated completely when taken in prescribed dosage and duration.

Question over 6 years ago

Does Poviclean treat urinary tract infections (UTI)?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Poviclean cannot be used in the treatment of urinary tract infections (UTI). This is because Poviclean is effective but is found to be badly-tolerated in patients suffering from urinary tract infections (UTI).

Question over 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Poviclean?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Take Poviclean as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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