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Nicodin 5% Ointment 250 gm, Pack of 1 OINTMENT
Nicodin 5% Ointment 250 gm, Pack of 1 OINTMENT
Nicodin 5% Ointment 250 gm, Pack of 1 OINTMENT
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Written By Divya L , PharmaD
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy

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About Nicodin 5% Ointment

Nicodin 5% Ointment belongs to the class of 'antiseptics and disinfectants' primarily used to treat common skin infections. It treats and prevents skin infections in minor burns, lacerations (deep cut in the skin), cuts, and abrasions (the first layer of skin is scraped off). Skin infection occurs when foreign microorganisms like fungus or bacteria invade the skin and affect the tissues.

Nicodin 5% Ointment contains Povidone Iodine. It works by inhibiting the growth of infection-causing microbes. As a small molecule, iodine can easily penetrate microorganisms and oxidizes essential proteins, nucleotides, and fatty acids, leading to cell death. Nicodin 5% Ointment is effective against bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoa.

Nicodin 5% Ointment is for external use only. Nicodin 5% Ointment may cause common side effects like red or inflamed skin, peeling skin, dry skin, and irritation at the application site. These side effects gradually resolve during the treatment and do not require medical attention. However, if the side effects persist longer, please seek medical help.

Brief your medical history to the doctor if you are allergic to iodine or povidone. Let your doctor know if you have thyroid diseases, liver, and kidney problems before starting Nicodin 5% Ointment . Please tell your doctor if you are undergoing any lithium therapy or radioactive iodine treatment. Do not use Nicodin 5% Ointment before or after radioiodine scintigraphy or radioiodine treatment of thyroid carcinoma. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or are a lactating mother before using Nicodin 5% Ointment .

Uses of Nicodin 5% Ointment

Skin infections, Cuts, Scrapes, and Burns.

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Directions for Use

Nicodin 5% Ointment is for external use only. Solution: Gently clean the affected area with cotton soaked in the solution. Allow the solution to dry and cover the wound with a sterile bandage. Paint/Cream/Lotion/Ointment: Take the advised amount with a sterile gauze or cotton swab and apply it to the skin's affected areas. Cover the open wounds with a sterile dressing or bandage after application if required. Wash your hands before and after using the product. Powder: Sprinkle lightly on the affected area with or without a dressing. Swab sticks: Antiseptic swabs are used to disinfect the skin before surgery and before bandaging minor cuts, scrapes and burns. Apply the swab to the affected area to disinfect and cover with a bandage if necessary. External pads: Clean the affected area thoroughly with the pad. Discard after a single use. Spray: Hold the spray container about 4-6 inches away from the skin and spray. Allow it to dry and apply bandage/dressing, if necessary. Surgical scrub: Gently apply the scrub to the affected area, develop lather and scrub thoroughly for 5 minutes. Rinse off using sterile gauze saturated with water.

Key Benefits

Nicodin 5% Ointment is an antiseptic and disinfectant used to treat and prevent skin infections in minor burns, lacerations (deep cuts in the skin), cuts, and abrasions (the first layer of skin is scraped off). It works by inhibiting the growth of infection-causing microbes. Nicodin 5% Ointment is effective against bacteria (gram-positive and gram-negative, including antibiotic-resistant and antiseptic-resistant strains), fungi, viruses, and protozoa.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Nicodin 5% Ointment is for external use only. Do not swallow it; in case of accidental swallowing, please seek medical help immediately. Do not use Nicodin 5% Ointment , if you are allergic to povidone-iodine. Povidone Iodine may permanently discolour the gold jewellery; hence remove all kinds of jewellery while using it. Let your doctor know if you have an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism) or any other thyroid diseases, including swelling (nodular colloid goitre, endemic goitre or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis), liver, and kidney problems, before starting Nicodin 5% Ointment . Please tell your doctor if you are undergoing any lithium therapy or radioactive iodine treatment. Nicodin 5% Ointment should not be used before or after radioiodine scintigraphy or radioiodine treatment of thyroid carcinoma. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or are a lactating mother before using Nicodin 5% Ointment .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
  • Do not walk barefoot at places like gym showers to prevent infections.
  • Do not scratch the affected skin area as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
  • Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
  • Wash your bedsheets and towels regularly.
  • Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTISEPTICS]

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

No interactions were found/established. Please seek medical advice if you have concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Nicodin 5% Ointment if you are pregnant or planning to conceive. Your doctor will advise Nicodin 5% Ointment only if the benefits outweigh the risk.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

There is limited information on how Nicodin 5% Ointment affects lactation. Please consult your doctor before using Nicodin 5% Ointment if you are a breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Nicodin 5% Ointment is generally safe to use and does not affect your driving ability.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before using Nicodin 5% Ointment .

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before using Nicodin 5% Ointment .

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Nicodin 5% Ointment is not recommended for children below two years of age.

FAQs

Nicodin 5% Ointment works by inhibiting the growth of infection-causing microbes. As a small molecule, Iodine in Nicodin 5% Ointment can easily penetrate microorganisms and oxidises essential proteins, nucleotides, and fatty acids, leading to cell death.

Nicodin 5% Ointment is for external use only. Do not swallow or put Nicodin 5% Ointment in the eyes. Please read the instructions leaflet of Nicodin 5% Ointment carefully before using. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration based on your condition.

Nicodin 5% Ointment is not recommended for use if you are undergoing any lithium therapy or treatment involving radioactive iodine. Nicodin 5% 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 Nicodin 5% Ointment .

Nicodin 5% Ointment may interfere with thyroid function tests due to iodine absorption. Please consult your doctor before starting Nicodin 5% Ointment if you have any history of thyroid problems. Nicodin 5% Ointment may 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.

Please consult your doctor if you are using any other topical medicines before starting Nicodin 5% Ointment . However, products containing enzymatic component, alkali, mercury, silver, hydrogen peroxide, tannic acid, and taurolidine may interact with Nicodin 5% Ointment and should not be used simultaneously.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

401, Lsc, C-Block, Mohan Place Saraswati Vihar Delhi Dl 110034 In.
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Author Details

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Written By

Divya L

PharmaD

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Reviewed By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:31 AM IST

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