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Ovidine 5% Solution is a prescription medicine that is available as a Solution. It is primarily used for the treatment of Infections, Open Wound. Secondary and off-label uses of Ovidine 5% Solution have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Ovidine 5% Solution is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ovidine 5% Solution as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ovidine 5% Solution go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ovidine 5% Solution has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ovidine 5% Solution related warnings talks about Ovidine 5% Solution's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Ovidine 5% Solution since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ovidine 5% Solution contraindications section.
Additionally, Ovidine 5% Solution may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ovidine 5% Solution is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ovidine 5% Solution 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 Ovidine 5% Solution is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ovidine 5% Solution safe for pregnant women?
Ovidine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ovidine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Ovidine 5% Solution safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Ovidine. Immediately discontinue Ovidine if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Ovidine 5% Solution on the Kidneys?
Ovidine does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ovidine 5% Solution on the Liver?
Using Ovidine does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ovidine 5% Solution on the Heart?
You can take Ovidine without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ovidine 5% Solution unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ovidine 5% Solution habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ovidine 5% Solution is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ovidine 5% Solution as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ovidine 5% Solution only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ovidine 5% Solution is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ovidine 5% Solution
It is safe to take Ovidine 5% Solution with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ovidine 5% Solution
Information about the interaction of Ovidine 5% Solution and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, in rare instances, Ovidine 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.
Yes, there have been reports of Ovidine causing acute kidney injury. Ovidine 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.
Yes, Ovidine 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. Ovidine has been found out to be very effective in burn healing.
Yes, it is safe to use Ovidine 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.
Yes, rarely, a chemical burn can develop from Ovidine. It develops when during a surgical procedure, Ovidine 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.
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