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Povimet Cream, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. Other than this, Povimet Cream has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Povimet Cream. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Povimet Cream are Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Some other side effects of Povimet Cream have been listed ahead. These side effects of Povimet Cream are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Povimet Cream is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Povimet Cream related warnings talks about Povimet Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Povimet Cream can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Povimet Cream in conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Povimet Cream are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Povimet Cream may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Povimet Cream is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Povimet Cream is used to treat the following -
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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Is the use of Povimet Cream safe for pregnant women?
Povimet can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Povimet, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Povimet Cream safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Povimet. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Povimet Cream on the Kidneys?
Povimet does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Povimet Cream on the Liver?
Povimet does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Povimet Cream on the Heart?
Povimet is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Povimet Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Povimet Cream habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Povimet Cream.
Interaction between Food and Povimet Cream
You can take Povimet Cream with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Povimet Cream
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Povimet Cream and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Povimet can cause constipation and other stomach related side effects such as nausea, abdominal cramps, and stomach discomfort. You are recommended to eat non-spicy light meals along with fibrous fruits to avoid constipation and other stomach related problems. However, in case of severe constipation please inform your doctor right away.
No, Povimet does not cause infertility. There is no evidence suggesting infertility in connection with this drug.
Povimet can be taken orally preferably after a light meal. This medicine can applied topically also. Duration, of course, will vary according to the severity of bacterial/protozoal infection.
Yes, Povimet and ibuprofen can be taken at the same time. There are no known drug interactions found between them.
Povimet acts on the DNA structure of bacterial and protozoan cells and disrupts its helical structure resulting in the death of bacteria and protozoa. Infections caused due to pathogens are eradicated completely when taken in prescribed dosage and duration.
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