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Nicodin 10% Solution, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Solution. It is typically used for the treatment of Infections, Open Wound. Secondary and off-label uses of Nicodin 10% Solution have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Nicodin 10% Solution is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Nicodin 10% Solution have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Nicodin 10% Solution normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Nicodin 10% Solution's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Nicodin 10% Solution has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Nicodin 10% Solution related warnings section.
Nicodin 10% Solution is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Nicodin 10% Solution have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Nicodin 10% Solution have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Nicodin 10% Solution is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Nicodin 10% Solution 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 Nicodin 10% Solution safe for pregnant women?
Nicodin Solution can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Nicodin Solution right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Nicodin 10% Solution safe during breastfeeding?
Nicodin Solution can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Nicodin 10% Solution on the Kidneys?
Nicodin Solution is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Nicodin 10% Solution on the Liver?
Nicodin Solution is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Nicodin 10% Solution on the Heart?
You can take Nicodin Solution without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nicodin 10% Solution unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nicodin 10% Solution habit forming or addictive?
Nicodin 10% Solution is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Nicodin 10% Solution since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Nicodin 10% Solution only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Nicodin 10% Solution in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Nicodin 10% Solution
Taking Nicodin 10% Solution with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nicodin 10% Solution
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Nicodin 10% Solution with alcohol.
No, Nicodin Solution 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.
No, Nicodin Solution 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.
Yes, Nicodin Solution 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. Nicodin Solution has been found out to be very effective in burn healing.
Yes, there have been reports of Nicodin Solution causing acute kidney injury. Nicodin Solution is widely used as an antiseptic and as a preoperative and postoperative surgical scrub. Its main moiety is iodine which is effective against yeast, fungi, bacteria, and protozoans. However, it is also known to cause toxicity, resulting in acute kidney injury in a person who ingested it, in people in whom it has been used topically, etc.
Nicodin Solution 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.
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