Balvidine 5% Ointment: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Balvidine Benefits & Uses

Balvidine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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 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 over 5 years ago

Is Balvidine an antibiotic?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Balvidine is not an antibiotic. It is an antiseptic. It is used against fungi, yeast, bacteria, and protozoans. It is also used as a disinfectant for cleaning the equipment. It is used extensively as an antiseptic because of its good safety, efficacy and tolerability profile. It is broad-spectrum in nature and doesn't have the complication of resistance developing to it.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Balvidine work?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Balvidine 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.

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

Is Balvidine used for open wounds?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Balvidine is used for open wounds since last few decades. It remains a favorite agent for use as an antiseptic and as a wound-healing agent because of its safety, tolerability, and efficacy. Balvidine has a broad spectrum of activity, has reduced cell toxicity, low incidence of resistance has anti-inflammatory property, and is able to penetrate biofilms (cluster of microorganisms attached to the cell surface).

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Balvidine suitable for a fungal infection?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Balvidine is suitable for a fungal infection. Fungal infections can be managed by using a topical treatment and adhering to it, by washing the skin with slightly warm water and an antifungal soap or a wash, by keeping the skin dry, by daily washing the towel, bedsheet and the clothes, by not wearing tight clothes, etc.