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Balvidine Benefits & Uses

Balvidine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Infections
Open Wound (Read More - How to Heal Wounds Naturally: Effective Home Remedies)
Bad Breath

Other Benefits

Balvidine Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Balvidine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Balvidine is used -

Moderate

Erythema

Mild

Skin irritation
Eye irritation
Tingling Sensation

Balvidine Related Warnings

Is the use of Balvidine safe for pregnant women?

Balvidine may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Balvidine, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Balvidine safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Balvidine. If you see any side effects, stop taking Balvidine immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Balvidine again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Balvidine on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Balvidine on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Balvidine on the Liver?

Balvidine does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Balvidine on the Heart?

Using Balvidine does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Balvidine with Other Drugs

Balvidine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Benzalkonium Chloride

Bupivacaine

Lidocaine

Balvidine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Balvidine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Thyroid problems
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Balvidine

Is this Balvidine habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Balvidine has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Balvidine does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Balvidine only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Balvidine cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Balvidine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Balvidine

You can take Balvidine with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Balvidine

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Balvidine with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Balvidine

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Balvidine be used on burns?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Balvidine can be used on the burns. The probability of a microbial infection is very high in burns because of which the partial thickness burn wounds can get transformed into full thickness burns which can have grave consequences. Balvidine has been found out to be very effective in burn healing.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Balvidine kill bacteria?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Balvidine kills bacteria. It exerts its bactericidal effect by invading the cell wall of the bacteria and killing its DNA and denaturing the enzymes.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Balvidine?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Balvidine is used as an antiseptic and a disinfectant. It is used for the treatment of contaminated wounds, pre-operative preparation of mucous membranes and skin and disinfection of the equipment. Balvidine is also available as a sterile solution for prepping eyelids, cheek and brows and ocular region irrigation (cleansing of eyes).

Question over 5 years ago

Is it safe to use Balvidine?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, it is safe to use Balvidine for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not prolong its use or discontinue using it as per your own will. Follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Balvidine cause acute kidney injury?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, there have been reports of Balvidine causing acute kidney injury. Balvidine 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.