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Heal Fast Ointment 20gm is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment. It is primarily used for the treatment of Infections, Open Wound. Heal Fast Ointment 20gm also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Heal Fast Ointment 20gm depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Heal Fast Ointment 20gm can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Heal Fast Ointment 20gm are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Heal Fast Ointment 20gm is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Heal Fast Ointment 20gm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Heal Fast Ointment 20gm is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Heal Fast Ointment 20gm contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Heal Fast Ointment 20gm have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Heal Fast Ointment 20gm is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Heal Fast Ointment 20gm 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 Heal Fast Ointment 20gm is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Heal Fast Ointment 20gm safe for pregnant women?
Heal Fast can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Heal Fast, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Heal Fast Ointment 20gm safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Heal Fast. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Heal Fast Ointment 20gm on the Kidneys?
Heal Fast is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Heal Fast Ointment 20gm on the Liver?
Using Heal Fast does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Heal Fast Ointment 20gm on the Heart?
You can take Heal Fast without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Heal Fast Ointment 20gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Heal Fast Ointment 20gm habit forming or addictive?
Heal Fast Ointment 20gm does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Heal Fast Ointment 20gm does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Heal Fast Ointment 20gm is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Heal Fast Ointment 20gm is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Heal Fast Ointment 20gm
Taking Heal Fast Ointment 20gm with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Heal Fast Ointment 20gm
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Heal Fast Ointment 20gm with alcohol.
Heal Fast is a brand name for a complex containing elemental iodine and polyvinylpyrrolidone (povidone, PVP). It is extensively used as an antiseptic and a disinfectant. It is usually used in the solution form.
No, Heal Fast 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, rarely, a chemical burn can develop from Heal Fast. It develops when during a surgical procedure, Heal Fast 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.
Heal Fast 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.
Yes, Heal Fast 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. Heal Fast 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).
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