Indication

Mechanism of action

Side Effects

Precautions

 

1.    Generic Name or Active Ingredient:

Available as creams, lotions, or ointments to heal burn wounds and prevent infection.

3.    How it works:

The solution of povidone releases iodine to kill bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoa.

4.    Do Not Use This Medicine If:

·         You are allergic to povidone or iodine.

 

5.    Before You Start To Use This Medicine :

·         Inform your pharmacist or doctor if you are or plan to get pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

·         Inform your pharmacist or doctor if you have any thyroid problems.

·         Consult a doctor before using this medicine in children.

      Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medication such as lithium, supplements, vitamins or herbal preparations, as some medicines can interfere with each other.

      Follow the directions on your medication label carefully, and ask your pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. (National Call Centre)

                  i.    Wash your hands thoroughly.

                ii.    Before applying the medication, gently clean off any dead skin or scabs from the burn wound.

               iii.    Apply the medication immediately to the burn and leave on skin for up to 3 hours. The wound may be bandaged if necessary.

·         Once or twice daily.

·         Until the wound has healed.

      Use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine. Do not  double the dose.

 

·         Inform your pharmacist or doctor if you have any allergic reactions to the medication.

·         If the burn wound does not heal or if it becomes worse, consult your doctor.

·         Do not apply the medication near your eyes, mouth or nose.

·         Do not share your medication with anyone else.

·         Do not warm or heat povidone-iodine solution before using.

In case of overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

      All medicines may have some unwanted side effects. Sometimes they are serious, but most of the time they are not. Tell your pharmacist or doctor if you have any side effects which are severe or persistant.

      Possible side effects are:

·         Rashes

·         Itching

·         Local oedema (swelling)

• Store at room temperature and in a dry place
• Keep away from direct sunlight
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date has passed
• Return any unused or expired medication to the nearest pharmacy.