Pyodine 0.5 g gel

Product Information

Product Name

Pyodine 0.5 g gel

Product Description

Brand

Brookes

Uses

Antiseptic, Antiseptic & Disinfectant

Composition

Pyodine 0.5 g gel is composed of Povidone-Iodine (0.5 g)

Contains

1 gel(s)/Pack

Pack Size

20 gm gel

Introduction

Povidone-iodine is an antiseptic used for skin disinfection before and after surgery. Povidone-iodine topical is available in many different forms, such as a liquid, ointment, mouth spray, swab, and soap. Povidone-iodine is also used for minor wounds. Povidone-iodine topical is used inside the mouth as a mouth spray to provide temporary relief of minor mouth pain or irritation, sore throat, or canker sore pain.

How To Use

Povidone-iodine topical is usually applied to the skin as needed.

First clean the area to be treated.

Shake the povidone-iodine topical liquid well just before each use.

If used as a topical appointment, allow the medicine to dry completely on the skin before applying a bandage.

Do not use povidone-iodine on deep wounds, puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns.

Use povidone-iodine topical spray in the mouth, spray directly into the mouth or throat.

Leave the medicine in place for 15 seconds, and spit it out.

Avoid swallowing the spray. Use once every 2 hours as needed.

Use povidone-iodine topical as a mouth rinse, gargle or swish the liquid for 30 seconds, then spit it out.

Do not swallow the liquid. Use up to 4 times per day.

Each povidone-iodine topical swab is for one use only.

Use povidone-iodine regularly to get the most benefit from it.

To help remember, take povidone-iodine at the same time.

Quantity is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

Do not increase your quantity or take this product more often than directed.

Expert Advice

Do not increase the quantity than prescribed by the doctor. If the condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious

medical

problem, get

medical help

right away. Do not flush povidone-iodine down the toilet. Keep povidone-iodine out of the reach of children. Store the povidone-iodine at room temperature. Keep povidone-iodine away from sunlight.

Primary Uses

Antiseptic

Indications

Povidone-iodine is indicated for the treatment of minor wounds.

Povidone-iodine is safe and effective in treating mouth pain or irritation.

Side Effects

Side effects of povidone-iodine include:

Nausea

Vomiting

Sore throat

Tiredness

Stomach upset

Muscle pain

Fever

Diarrhea

Blistering or crusting

Severe irritation

Itching

Burning.

Warnings

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor before using povidone-iodine during pregnancy for a better analysis.

Lactation

Consult your doctor before using povidone-iodine during lactation for a better analysis.

Driving

Its use has shown a risk of drowsiness; therefore avoid using it while driving.

Liver

Its use has shown risk to the liver. Consult your doctor before using povidone-iodine for a better analysis

Kidney

Its use has not shown risk to kidneys. Consult your doctor before using povidone-iodine for a better analysis.

Alcohol

The use of alcohol should be limited or avoided while using povidone-iodine.

Precautions

Regular use should be avoided in newborn children as well as infants up to 6 months of age. Patients with severe burns and renal (kidney) impairment should also be cautioned against the use of this medication. Lactating and pregnant females should be cautioned and should consult

a doctor. Care should be taken to avoid nose and eyes.

Contraindications

This medicine should not be used in patients with thyroid disorders or infants with very low birth weight as well as patients having deep or clean surgical wounds or on scheduled radioiodine treatment.

FAQS

What are its indications?

This medication is used as an antiseptic for the treatment and prevention of wound infections.

How to store this medicine?

Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius) or refrigerate. Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.

Will I see instant results?

It may take some time for the medicine to work effectively. Use it regularly and as prescribed by your healthcare provider for the best results.

What are its precautions?

Following are the precautions for use of this medicine: • Do not use or discontinue this medicine if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine • Keep away from eyes. In case of contact, rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water

What are its effect on pregnancy and lactation?

The effects of this medicine in pregnant and lactating females are unknown. Consult your health care provider before using this medicine.

What are its side effects?

It may cause temporary irritation.

How to administer this medicine?

Use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The dose is dependent on the age condition and its severity.