Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment
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Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment belongs to the class of dermatological preparation called 'antibiotics' combined with 'antiseptic' primarily used to treat the skin's burns and wounds. It also helps to treat wound infections after surgery. Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment is abroad spectrum antibiotics which help in early wound healing. Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment also prevents skin infection spread by harmful bacteria due to cuts, wounds and burns.
Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment contains a combination of two medicines: Povidone-iodine and Metronidazole. Povidone Iodine can easily penetrate microorganisms and oxidise essential natural substances, leading to cell death. Metronidazole is an antibiotic which kills bacteria and other harmful organisms by damaging their DNA. Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment has broad-spectrum activity and is effective against many microbes, including gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, fungi and protozoa. Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment is used in degerming (physical removal of microbes), stasis ulcers (wound on the leg or ankle due to damaged veins), decubitus ulcers (bed sores) and the umbilical area.
Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment is for external use only. Your doctor will decide the dose depending on the medical condition. Contact of Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment with eye should be avoided; if you accidentally touch eyes while applying Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment, please wash it immediately. Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment has common side effects, as every medicine does. These include local swelling, itchiness, redness, small blisters and irritation at the application site. These side effects gradually resolve during the treatment and do not require medical attention.
Brief your medical history to the doctor if you are allergic to Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before using Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment since it can affect the unborn baby. Using Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment during breastfeeding may increase the iodine levels in the breastmilk, which can cause hypothyroidism in breastfed infants. Let your doctor know if you have an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), thyroid disease, or liver and kidney problems. Please tell your doctor if you are undergoing lithium therapy or radioactive iodine treatment. Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment should not be used before or after radioiodine scintigraphy or radioiodine treatment of thyroid carcinoma.
Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment is a combination medication containing Povidone-iodine (antiseptic) and Metronidazole (antibiotic) primarily used to treat and prevent skin infections in minor burns, lacerations (deep cut in the skin), cuts, and abrasions (the first layer of skin is scraped off). It is also used to treat postoperative wound infections. Povidone-iodine is an antiseptic applied on skin infected or likely to get infected. It slowly releases iodine which kills or prevents the growth of these microorganisms. Metronidazole, being bactericidal in nature, kills the bacteria by damaging its genetic material (DNA) and preventing its growth, hence relieving the symptoms. Together, Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment prevents the growth of the microorganisms and promotes early wound healing.
Do not use Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment if you are allergic to povidone-iodine and metronidazole. Use Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment for the full recommended length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Skipping doses may also increase your risk of another disease resistant to antibiotics. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas. Let your doctor know if you have an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), any other thyroid diseases, or liver and kidney problems since the usage of Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment can cause iodine absorption into the body. This iodine absorption may lead to a rapid heartbeat (tachycardia) and restlessness, imbalance of electrolytes, abnormal blood concentration (osmolarity), and abnormal kidney function (renal impairment). Please tell your doctor if you are undergoing lithium therapy or radioactive iodine treatment. Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment should not be used before or after radioiodine scintigraphy or radioiodine treatment of thyroid carcinoma. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before using the Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment since it can affect the unborn baby. Using Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment during breastfeeding may increase the iodine levels in the breastmilk, which can cause hypothyroidism in breastfed infants.
Drug-Drug Interactions: Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment may interact with other antiseptics and products containing enzymatic components, alkali, mercury, silver, hydrogen peroxide, tannic acid, and taurolidine, psychiatric medication (lithium), antiviral (amprenavir, ritonavir, tipranavir), a medicine used to treat chronic alcoholism (disulfiram), blood thinner (warfarin).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interaction found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Before taking Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment, let your doctor know if have any allergic reactions to iodine or povidone, overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), or any other thyroid diseases, liver, and kidney problems.
Skin infection: Skin infection occurs when the skin is broken, cut or wounded. This skin infection allows pathogenic microorganisms to enter and invade the tissues surrounding the wound.
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Alcohol
Caution
You are recommended not to consume alcohol while using medicines.
Pregnancy
Caution
Using Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment during pregnancy may affect the unborn baby. Please consult your doctor before taking Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment is not recommended during breastfeeding. When a breastfeeding mother uses Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment, it may increase the iodine levels in the breastmilk causing hypothyroidism in breastfed infants. Please consult your doctor before taking the Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
Not applicable
Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment is generally safe to use before driving. However, if you notice any side effects like dizziness or burning sensation in the affected areas, avoid driving and operating machinery until you feel better.
Liver
Not applicable
Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment can be given in case of any liver impairment or problem.
Kidney
Caution
Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before taking Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment, since it may lead to abnormal kidney function (renal impairment) and an imbalance of electrolytes.
Children
Consult your doctor
Your doctor will recommend Povirex M 15 Gm Ointment depending on your child's severity of infection or wounds.