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Povimet Ointment is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment. The alternative uses of Povimet Ointment have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Povimet Ointment depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Povimet Ointment are Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Povimet Ointment as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Povimet Ointment go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Povimet Ointment's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Povimet Ointment has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Povimet Ointment related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy must refrain from the use of Povimet Ointment since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Povimet Ointment are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Povimet Ointment with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Povimet Ointment is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Povimet Ointment 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Povimet Ointment 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 Ointment 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 Ointment on the Kidneys?
Povimet does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Povimet Ointment on the Liver?
Povimet does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Povimet Ointment 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 Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Povimet Ointment habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Povimet Ointment.
Interaction between Food and Povimet Ointment
You can take Povimet Ointment with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Povimet Ointment
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Povimet Ointment 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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