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Povilin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Mouthwash. It is primarily used for the treatment of Infections, Open Wound. Povilin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Povilin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Povilin have been listed ahead. These side effects of Povilin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Povilin's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Povilin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Povilin related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Povilin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Povilin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Povilin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Povilin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Povilin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Povilin safe for pregnant women?
Povilin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Povilin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Povilin safe during breastfeeding?
Povilin can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Povilin on the Kidneys?
Using Povilin does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Povilin on the Liver?
Povilin is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Povilin on the Heart?
You can take Povilin without any fear of damage to the heart.
Povilin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Povilin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Povilin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Povilin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Povilin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Povilin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Povilin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Povilin
It is safe to take Povilin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Povilin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Povilin.
Yes, rarely, a chemical burn can develop from Povilin. It develops when during a surgical procedure, Povilin is used, however, it doesn't dry and starts dripping, and collects in a body part. Symptoms may develop instantly or after a day. It develops because iodine causes irritation, maceration, pressure and then friction. Healing might not require much medical intervention but it causes discomfort, might prolong the hospital stay and expose a person to an infection.
Yes, in rare instances, Povilin may cause allergy. It could be manifested as a rash, an itch, a swelling around the mouth, on lips, tongue or throat, wheezing, sneezing, etc. If you develop any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately.
No, Povilin should not be used for the treatment of vaginitis in pregnant women. This is because exposure to iodine-containing solution could lead to the development of hypothyroidism and goiter in the infant. Vaginitis is the swelling of the vulva or vagina. It may develop from the use of soap, perfumes, not washing well, menopause, wearing tight undergarments, etc. It can stem from a bacterial, yeast, fungal or a protozoan infection. It can be effectively managed by washing the infected area with only water, keeping it dry, taking a warm bath, wearing comfortable undergarments, keeping the blood sugar levels under control and using pads and not tampons. It is also important to use an antiseptic as per the recommendations of a doctor.
Yes, there have been reports of Povilin causing acute kidney injury. Povilin is widely used as an antiseptic and as a preoperative and postoperative surgical scrub. Its main moiety is iodine which is effective against yeast, fungi, bacteria, and protozoans. However, it is also known to cause toxicity, resulting in acute kidney injury in a person who ingested it, in people in whom it has been used topically, etc.
Povilin is also known as an iodophor, meaning that povidone is a carrier of iodine. Iodine kills the microbes as it acts as the active molecule. Once released from the complex, the free iodine penetrates into the cell walls of the microorganisms and inhibits the synthesis and structures of proteins and nucleic acids. Even though the complete mechanism is not understood, it is hypothesized that iodine disrupts the vital bacterial structures and mechanisms, denaturing and deactivating the bacteria. In-vitro studies have also suggested that iodine decreases the inflammation caused by the pathogens and host cells.
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