Povidone Iodine 10% Topical
Indications
Povidone Iodine 10% Topical is used for:
Use as an antiseptic skin cleanser for major and minor surgical procedures, Skin infections, Wound infection, Decubitus ulcers, Candidal & Trichomonal vaginitis.
Adult Dose
Treatment and prophylaxis of wound infection
Adult: Apply the full strength as often as required as a paint or wet soak.
For minor wounds and infection apply directly to the affected area.
The site may be covered with gauze or adhesive bandage.
Vaginal:.
Vaginal candidiasis
Adult: 5 gm of (10%) gel, one applicator full every night for up tp 14 days.
Child Dose
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity; prolonged use in patients with thyroid disorders or on lithium therapy.
Precautions
Pregnancy, lactation; neonates. Renal impairement.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Pregnancy Category: B
Lactation: Use caution; enters breast
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Povidone Iodine 10% Topical :
Local irritation and sensitivity to skin & mucus membrane. Application to large areas of denuded skin may produce systemic effects due to iodine absorption.
Mechanism of Action
Povidone-iodine is an iodophore with a powerful broad-spectrum germicidal activity against a wide range of bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa and spores. Microbicidal; oxidizes cell constituents; iodinates proteins and inactivates them.