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Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml is a prescription medicine that is available as a Solution. Infections, Open Wound are some of its major therapeutic uses. Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml. 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.
While these are the most often observed Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml related warnings talks about Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml 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 Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml safe for pregnant women?
Wokadine can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Wokadine, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Wokadine. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml on the Kidneys?
Using Wokadine does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml on the Liver?
Using Wokadine does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml on the Heart?
Wokadine is not harmful for the heart.
Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml habit forming or addictive?
Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml
Taking Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, it is safe to use Wokadine 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, Wokadine 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. Wokadine has been found out to be very effective in burn healing.
No, Wokadine should not be used for the treatment of vaginitis in pregnant women. This is because exposure to iodine-containing solution could lead to the development of hypothyroidism and goiter in the infant. Vaginitis is the swelling of the vulva or vagina. It may develop from the use of soap, perfumes, not washing well, menopause, wearing tight undergarments, etc. It can stem from a bacterial, yeast, fungal or a protozoan infection. It can be effectively managed by washing the infected area with only water, keeping it dry, taking a warm bath, wearing comfortable undergarments, keeping the blood sugar levels under control and using pads and not tampons. It is also important to use an antiseptic as per the recommendations of a doctor.
Yes, rarely, a chemical burn can develop from Wokadine. It develops when during a surgical procedure, Wokadine 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.
Wokadine is also known as an iodophor, meaning that povidone is a carrier of iodine. Iodine kills the microbes as it acts as the active molecule. Once released from the complex, the free iodine penetrates into the cell walls of the microorganisms and inhibits the synthesis and structures of proteins and nucleic acids. Even though the complete mechanism is not understood, it is hypothesized that iodine disrupts the vital bacterial structures and mechanisms, denaturing and deactivating the bacteria. In-vitro studies have also suggested that iodine decreases the inflammation caused by the pathogens and host cells.
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