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Dontec is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Dontec depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Dontec 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dontec is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Dontec safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Dontec. It is best to stop taking Dontec immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Dontec safe during breastfeeding?
Dontec 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 Dontec on the Kidneys?
Dontec is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Dontec on the Liver?
Dontec is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Dontec on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Dontec for the heart.
Dontec 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 Dontec unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dontec habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Dontec has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Dontec since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Dontec only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dontec cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Dontec
Taking Dontec with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dontec
Information about the interaction of Dontec and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Dontec 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. Dontec is also available as a sterile solution for prepping eyelids, cheek and brows and ocular region irrigation (cleansing of eyes).
Yes, Dontec 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. Dontec 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).
Dontec 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.
No, Dontec 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.
Yes, Dontec 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. Dontec has been found out to be very effective in burn healing.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience