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Povid Vaginal Pessaries, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Pessary. It is typically used for the treatment of Infections, Open Wound. Secondary and off-label uses of Povid Vaginal Pessaries have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Povid Vaginal Pessaries is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Povid Vaginal Pessaries side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Povid Vaginal Pessaries normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Povid Vaginal Pessaries is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Povid Vaginal Pessaries has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Povid Vaginal Pessaries related warnings section.
Povid Vaginal Pessaries is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. The section on Povid Vaginal Pessaries contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Povid Vaginal Pessaries may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Povid Vaginal Pessaries is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Povid Vaginal Pessaries 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.
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Is the use of Povid Vaginal Pessaries safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Povid. It is best to stop taking Povid immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Povid Vaginal Pessaries safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Povid. Immediately discontinue Povid 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 Povid Vaginal Pessaries on the Kidneys?
Povid is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Povid Vaginal Pessaries on the Liver?
Povid does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Povid Vaginal Pessaries on the Heart?
You can take Povid without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Povid Vaginal Pessaries unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Povid Vaginal Pessaries habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Povid Vaginal Pessaries 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 Povid Vaginal Pessaries since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Povid Vaginal Pessaries is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Povid Vaginal Pessaries is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Povid Vaginal Pessaries
Taking Povid Vaginal Pessaries with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Povid Vaginal Pessaries
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Povid Vaginal Pessaries with alcohol will be.
Povid 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.
Yes, in rare instances, Povid 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, Povid 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. Povid has been found out to be very effective in burn healing.
Yes, Povid 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.
No, Povid 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.
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