Povidone
About
Povidone belongs to the class of medicines called eye lubricants used to provide relief from burning sensation, irritation, and discomfort due to dryness of the eye, digital strain, or irritation from wind and sun. Povidone provides immediate refreshment and lubrication to the eyes. A dry eye is an eye condition that occurs when the natural tears are unable to provide ample lubrication for the eyes.
Povidone contains ‘Povidone’, which acts as a lubricant and works as natural tears. It helps in providing relief from burning sensation, dryness, and discomfort. Thereby, Povidone helps in treating dry eyes. Povidone remains longer on the conjunctival and corneal surface after application, thereby providing intensified lubrication. Povidone does not impair vision and can be used whilst wearing the lens.
You are advised to use Povidone for as long as your doctor has suggested it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as eye itching, redness, and irritation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper, as it might contaminate the solution. Always wash your hands before and after use. Inform your doctor regarding other suggested, non-suggested and herbal medicines you are taking to prevent any side effects/interactions.
Uses of Povidone
Medicinal Benefits
Povidone is used to provide relief from burning sensation, irritation, and discomfort due to dryness of the eye, irritation from wind and sun, or digital strain. Povidone acts as a lubricant that works as natural tears and helps in providing relief from burning sensation, dryness, and discomfort. Povidone remains longer on the conjunctival and corneal surface after application thereby provides intensified lubrication. Povidone does not impair vision and can be used whilst wearing the lens.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Povidone
- Itching
- Irritation
- Redness
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not use Povidone if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have closed-angle glaucoma, high blood pressure, diabetes, eye infection or injury, hyperthyroidism, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper, as it may contaminate the solution.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is not known if Povidone interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide if Povidone can be used during pregnancy or not.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide whether Povidone can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionIt is not known if Povidone affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
Liver
cautionPlease consult your doctor before using Povidone if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Povidone in patients with kidney impairment.
Children
cautionLimited information is available regarding the usage of Povidone in children. Consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching the eyes with dirty hands.
- Avoid rubbing the eyes.
- Avoid sharing eye-makeup such as eyeliner, mascara or kohl.
- Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.
- Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.
- If you wear contact lens: Clean and replace contact lens more often. Never share contact lens. Always remember to wash your hands prior to inserting the contact lens.
- Avoid staring at the digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes for every 20 minutes.
- Blink regularly as it helps spread hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Dry eyes: Dry eye is a common eye condition that occurs when your tears are unable to provide ample lubrication for the eyes. The tearing instability leads to inflammation and damage of the eye surface. The dry eye could be caused by disruption of the healthy tear film due to autoimmune disease, hormonal changes, or inflamed eyelid glands. Symptoms include burning sensation, sensitivity to light, eye redness, a sensation of having something in your eyes, watery eyes, and blurred vision.
Digital strain: Computer vision syndrome, also known as digital eye strain, is a vision-related problem that occurs due to prolonged computer, tablet, and mobile use. Symptoms include blurry vision, dry eyes, eye strain, headache, shoulder and neck pain.
FAQs
Povidone acts as a lubricant that works as natural tears and helps relieve burning sensation, dryness, and discomfort.
Povidone provides intensified lubrication by remaining longer on the conjunctival and corneal surface after application.
Povidone can be used whilst wearing soft or hard contact lenses. Therefore, Povidone is ideal while working.
Povidone can be used with other eye medications if suggested by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 10-15minutes between Povidone and other eye medications.
Povidone provides relief from the symptoms of office eye syndrome such as dryness, itching and burning sensation.
