SOLUDINE M OINTMENT

Question 1

How does SOLUDINE M OINTMENT work?

Accepted Answer

SOLUDINE M OINTMENT is a combination of antiseptic and antibiotics medicines that help treat skin infections of wounds, burns and cuts. SOLUDINE M OINTMENT works by inhibiting the growth of infection-causing microbes. As a small molecule, Iodine in SOLUDINE M OINTMENT can easily penetrate microorganisms and oxidizes essential proteins, nucleotides, and fatty acids, leading to cell death.

Question 2

Can I use SOLUDINE M OINTMENT with other medicines?

Accepted Answer

Please consult your doctor if you use other topical medicines before starting SOLUDINE M OINTMENT. However, products containing enzymatic components, alkali, mercury, silver, hydrogen peroxide, tannic acid and taurolidine may interact with SOLUDINE M OINTMENT and should not be used simultaneously.

Question 3

In which conditions should I stay cautious while using SOLUDINE M OINTMENT?

Accepted Answer

SOLUDINE M OINTMENT should be used with proper caution and doctor consultation if you have any liver disease, kidney disease, goitre (abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland), thyroid nodules or other non-acute thyroid diseases. Please tell your doctor if you are undergoing any lithium therapy or radioactive iodine treatment.

Question 4

When should I avoid using SOLUDINE M OINTMENT?

Accepted Answer

SOLUDINE M OINTMENT is not recommended for use if you are undergoing lithium therapy or radioactive iodine treatment. SOLUDINE M OINTMENT should not be used before or after radioiodine scintigraphy or radioiodine treatment of thyroid carcinoma. In such conditions, please consult your doctor before using SOLUDINE M OINTMENT.

Question 5

Does SOLUDINE M OINTMENT cause abnormal test results?

Accepted Answer

SOLUDINE M OINTMENT may interfere with thyroid function tests due to iodine absorption. Please ask your doctor before starting SOLUDINE M OINTMENT if you have any history of thyroid problems. A SOLUDINE M OINTMENT can also show false-positive lab results, such as tests with toluidine or gum guaiac, to determine haemoglobin or glucose in the stool or the urine.

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