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Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Amebiasis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
While these are the most often observed Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment related warnings talks about Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment in conditions like Peripheral Neuropathy. Other contraindications of Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment 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 Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment safe for pregnant women?
Povimed Plus Ointment may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Povimed Plus Ointment, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Povimed Plus Ointment. If you see any side effects, stop taking Povimed Plus Ointment immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Povimed Plus Ointment again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment on the Kidneys?
Povimed Plus Ointment rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Povimed Plus Ointment on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Povimed Plus Ointment for the heart.
Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment
Taking Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment
Taking Povimed Plus 5%W/W/1%W/W Ointment with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Povimed Plus Ointment is used for treating chlamydia infection. Chlamydia is caused by a bacteria called Chlamydia trachomatis. It can be transmitted through unprotected intercourse, and from an infected pregnant mother to her fetus. Chlamydia can be prevented and managed by using condoms everytime you have sex, and by knowing the status of sexually transmitted diseases of your partner.
Povimed Plus Ointment works by generating compounds known as toxic free radicals which destroy the DNA of protozoa. This results in the death of the protozoa.
Yes, Povimed Plus Ointment may cause metallic taste because this drug alters your sense of taste. It is the most common side effect of this drug. This effect goes away after discontinuation of the drug. If it persists even after the discontinuation of the drug, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Povimed Plus Ointment is an antibiotic belonging to a class of compounds known as antiprotozoals. It kills bacteria and other microorganisms by killing their DNA.
Povimed Plus Ointment is the brand name for tinidazole. It belongs to a class of drugs known as antiprotozoals. It is available in the form of an infusion, suspension, and tablet. Povimed Plus Ointment is used for the treatment of trichomoniasis cause by T. vaginalis, in both the genders. It is also used for the treatment of giardiasis caused by G. duodenalis, and intestinal amebiasis and amebic liver abscess caused by E. histolytica, in adults as well as children older than 3 years.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tindamax® (tinidazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 839