Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate
About Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate
Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate belongs to the class of antiseptic and antibiotic drugs, primarily used to treat minor wounds and infections. It effectively treats lacerations (deep cut in the skin), abrasions (the first layer of skin is scraped off), diabetic foot ulcers, bedsores, impetigo (red sores on the face), boils or carbuncles and radiation/chemotherapy ulcers. Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate is also used in infection control during post-surgical dressing, post-cosmetic and plastic surgery and post-episiotomy (surgical cut during childbirth) dressing.
Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate consists of three medicines, namely: Povidone Iodine, Tinidazole, and Sucralfate. Povidone Iodine is an ‘antiseptic’ that is used for skin disinfection before and after surgery. It works by inhibiting the growth of infection-causing microbes. Tinidazole belongs to the ‘antibiotic’ class of drugs. It is an antiprotozoal and antibacterial agent that treats bacterial and parasitic infections. It works by damaging the DNA and stopping the growth of bacteria and parasites. Sucralfate belongs to the class of ‘protectants.’ It is used to treat various wounds, ulcers and inflammation. It works by forming a protective layer over the surface of ulcer and promotes the healing.
Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate is for external use only. Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate has common side effects as every medicine does. These include dry skin, itchiness, burning, redness 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 Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate or any other medicines. Let your doctor know if you have an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism) or thyroid diseases, fits, liver and kidney problems. Please tell your doctor if you are undergoing any lithium therapy or treatment involving radioactive iodine. Also, consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate.
Uses of Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate
Medicinal Benefits
Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate is a dermatological combination used to treat and prevent skin infections in lacerations, abrasions, diabetic foot ulcers, bedsores, impetigo, boils or carbuncles, and radiation/chemotherapy ulcers. It consists of three medicines, namely: Povidone Iodine, Tinidazole, and Sucralfate. Povidone Iodine is an ‘antiseptic’ that is used for skin disinfection before and after surgery. It works by inhibiting the growth of infection-causing microbes. Tinidazole belongs to the ‘antibiotic’ class of drugs. It is an antiprotozoal and antibacterial agent that treats bacterial and parasitic infections. It works by damaging the DNA and stopping the growth of bacteria and parasites. Sucralfate belongs to the class of ‘protectants.’ It is used to treat various wounds, ulcers, and inflammation. It works by forming a protective layer over the surface of the ulcer and promotes healing.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate
- Dry skin
- Itchiness
- Burning
- Redness
- Irritation
Drug Warnings
Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate is for external use only. Do not swallow the medicine. Let your doctor know if have allergic reactions to medicines, an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism) or any other thyroid diseases, liver or kidney problems, fits, weak immune system and anaemia before starting Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate. Inform your doctor if you are undergoing any lithium therapy or treatment involving radioactive iodine. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother before using Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate. Store Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate may interact with other antiseptics and products containing enzymatic component, alkali, mercury, silver, hydrogen peroxide, tannic acid and taurolidine may interact with Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate, and it should not be used simultaneously.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction found/established.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate, let your doctor know if have any allergic reactions to Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate, overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism) or any other thyroid diseases, liver or kidney problems, fits, weak immune system and anaemia.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionNo interaction found/established.
Pregnancy
cautionUsing Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate during pregnancy may affect the unborn baby. Please consult your doctor before using Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate if you are pregnant or planning to conceive. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before recommending to you.
Breast Feeding
cautionThere is limited data on Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before using Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate if you are nursing. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before recommending it to you.
Driving
not applicablePovidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate is generally safe to use before driving. However, if you notice any side effects like dizziness or burning sensation at the affected areas, avoid driving and operating machinery until you feel better.
Liver
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before using Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before recommending to you.
Kidney
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before using Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before recommending to you.
Children
cautionYour doctor will advise Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate depending on your child's severity of infection or wounds.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
- Avoid harsh products on your skin.
- Do not scratch or pick your skin to avoid getting the affected area infected.
- Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly and get plenty of sleep.
- Do not walk barefoot at places like gym showers to prevent bacterial infections.
Special Advise
Patients having thyroid problems should not use this medicine, Consult your doctor for further advice.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Skin infection can occur when the skin is broken, cut or wounded. This skin infection allows the pathogenic microorganisms to enter and invade the tissues surrounding the wound. Infection of the wound can trigger the body's immune response, causing inflammation and tissue damage and eventually slows down the healing process.
FAQs
Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate is an antiseptic and antibiotic combination that contains Povidone Iodine, Tinidazole, and Sucralfate. Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate works by inhibiting the growth of infection-causing microbes and forming a protective layer on the affected skin areas, thus promoting the healing.
Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate should be used with proper caution and doctor consultation if you have any liver, kidney or thyroid diseases, weak immune system, anaemia (fewer blood cells) and fits. Please tell your doctor if you are undergoing any lithium therapy or treatment involving radioactive iodine.
If you miss a dose of Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate, skip it and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Store Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate at room temperature. Do not freeze and protect from heat. Keep Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate away from sunlight and temperatures not exceeding 30°C.
Your doctor will decide on the duration of using Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate. However, if you notice unusual side effects like a drop in blood pressure, difficulty breathing and swelling of the skin and mucosa, stop using Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate and please consult your doctor.
Please consult your doctor if you are using any other topical medicines before starting Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate. However, products containing enzymatic component, alkali, mercury, silver, hydrogen peroxide, tannic acid and taurolidine may interact with Povidone Iodine+tinidazole+sucralfate and should not be used simultaneously.
