INTRODUCTION

PREVODINE OINTMENT contains Povidone-Iodine, which belongs to the group of medicines called broad-spectrum antiseptics. PREVODINE OINTMENT is used as an antiseptic for the management of minor damage or infection of the skin. It kills harmful infection-causing microorganisms.

It also helps in the prevention of infection in burns, lacerations, cuts and abrasions, treatment of common skin infections, and for infection control following circumcision, suture removal and dressing changes, degerming care of stasis ulcers, decubitus ulcers and the umbilical area and in other procedures where degerming is needed.

Before using PREVODINE OINTMENT inform your doctor if you have any kind of allergies, if you currently have or ever had a thyroid problem, if you are currently having lithium therapy for depression, if your skin is broken (for example, due to a burn) or if you currently have, or have ever had, a kidney problem.

PREVODINE OINTMENT should be used with caution among pregnant and breastfeeding women and the elderly. PREVODINE OINTMENT is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age. The common side effects of taking PREVODINE OINTMENT are burning, irritation, itching and redness. Consult your doctor if any of your symptoms get worse or persist.

USES OF PREVODINE OINTMENT

• Management of minor damage or infection of the skin

HOW PREVODINE OINTMENT WORKS

PREVODINE OINTMENT contains povidone-iodine. The antimicrobial action of povidone-iodine starts after iodine disassociates from the complex component. Once in the free form, iodine rapidly penetrates microbial cell membranes and interacts with important cell-forming components, like proteins, nucleotides, and fatty acids in the cytoplasm and cytoplasmic membrane and destroys them.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Apply PREVODINE OINTMENT as advised by your physician. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF PREVODINE OINTMENT

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Itchy skin:

Try to relax and rest for some time after using PREVODINE OINTMENT. Do not rub the affected area. Consult your doctor if any of your side effects get worse or persist.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

PREVODINE OINTMENT should be used with caution during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking PREVODINE OINTMENT.

BREASTFEEDING

PREVODINE OINTMENT should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before using PREVODINE OINTMENT.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

PREVODINE OINTMENT generally does not affect your ability to drive or use machines.

ALLERGY

PREVODINE OINTMENT is not recommended for use if you are allergic to iodine or polyvinylpyrrolidone.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

• medicines used to treat some mental problems (Ex. lithium)
• medicines for the treatment of thyroid (Ex. thyroxine)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally uses too much of PREVODINE OINTMENT, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. You may experience any of the following symptoms like stomach pain, unable to pass urine, loss of appetite, weakness, nausea, vomiting, coughing up blood, excessive sweating, difficulty in breathing, metabolic acidosis, anxiety and pale skin, immediately consult the doctor.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep the medicine out of reach from children
• Store PREVODINE OINTMENT at room temperature

FAQs ABOUT PREVODINE OINTMENT

How does PREVODINE OINTMENT work?

PREVODINE OINTMENT contains povidone-iodine. The antimicrobial action of povidone-iodine starts after iodine disassociates from the complex component. Once in the free form, iodine rapidly penetrates microbial cell membranes and interacts with important cell-forming components, like proteins, nucleotides, and fatty acids in the cytoplasm and cytoplasmic membrane and destroys them.

For how long should you take PREVODINE OINTMENT?

Your doctor might advise you on how long you should continue to take PREVODINE OINTMENT. You will need to consult your doctor from time to time to review your treatment and assess your symptoms.

What are the uses of PREVODINE OINTMENT?

PREVODINE OINTMENT is used to s used in the treatment and prevention of infection in wounds including cuts, small areas of burn, ulcers, and minor injuries.

REFERENCES

1. KD Tripathi. Section 14, Antiseptics, Disinfectants and Ectoparasiticides. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 897-905.

2. MIMS. Betadine. [Accessed in August 2022] https://www.mims.com/philippines/drug/info/betadine%20cream-ointment?type=full

3. Seton Healthcare Group, Tubiton House, Medlock Street, Oldham, OL1 3HS, UK. Monograph [Revised in July 2019] [Accessed in August 2022] https://www.hpra.ie/img/uploaded/swedocuments/e22c9eeb-0b02-4de4-a874-25fd55af1e45.pdf

4. Sanofi-aventis New Zealand limited. Betadine Antiseptic Topical Ointment.[Revised in June 2021] [Accessed in August 2022] https://media.healthdirect.org.au/medicines/GuildLink_Information/29561/CMI/swcboint10621.pdf

AUTHOR DETAILS

Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R, BDS
Last updated on 26 Oct 2022 | 09:55 AM(IST)