Povidone-iodine

Brand Hemofarm

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Available since: 2019-09-19

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Clinical Pharmacology

Farm group: antiseptic.
Pharmaceutical action: Iodine in the form of a complex polyvinylpyrrolidone iodine. The concentration of active iodine is 0.1-1%.
It has antiseptic, disinfectant, antifungal and antiprotozoal effects. Blocks the amino group of cellular proteins. Possesses a wide range of antimicrobial action.
Active against bacteria (including E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus), fungi, viruses, protozoa.
Polyvinylpyrrolidone iodine refers to the iodophore that bind iodine. Upon contact with skin and mucous membranes, iodine is gradually and evenly released, exerting a bactericidal effect on microorganisms. At the site of application, a thin colored layer remains, which persists until the entire amount of iodine is released.

Indications

Povidone-iodine solution for external use 10%:
- treatment and prevention of wound infections in surgery, traumatology, combustiology, dentistry;
- treatment of bacterial, fungal and viral infections of the skin, prevention of superinfection in dermatological practice;
- treatment of bedsores, trophic ulcers, diabetic foot;
- disinfection of the skin and mucous patients in preparation for surgical interventions, invasive examinations (puncture, biopsy, injection, etc.);
- disinfection of the skin around the catheters, drains, probes;
- disinfection of the oral cavity during dental operations;
- disinfection of the birth canal during the "minor" gynecological operations (artificial abortion, the introduction of the intrauterine device, the coagulation of erosion or polyp, etc.).

Composition

100 ml:
Povidone-iodine 10 g
Excipients: nonoxynol, glycerol, disodium hydrogen phosphate 12-hydrate, citric acid, sodium hydroxide, demineralized water.

Povidone-iodine is marketed under different brands and generic names, and comes in different dosage forms:

Brand name	Manufacturer	Country	Dosage form
Povidone-iodine	Hemofarm	Serbia	vials
Braunadine			ointment
Braunadine			solution
Betadine	Egis	Hungary	suppositories
Betadine	Egis	Hungary	solution
Betadine	Egis	Hungary	ointment
Iodoxide	Nizhpharm	Russia	suppositories
Aquazan	Iodine technology and marketing	Russia	solution

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Dosage and Administration

After the preliminary hygienic treatment, the suppositories are inserted deep into the vagina.
For acute vaginitis, 1 vaginal suppository is prescribed 2 times / day for 7 days.
For subacute and chronic vaginitis, 1 suppository is prescribed 1 time / day before bedtime for 14 days. If necessary, treatment can be extended.

Adverse reactions

Possible: local manifestation of an allergic reaction to iodine (itching, flushing), which requires discontinuation of the drug.

Contraindications

- hyperthyroidism;
- thyroid adenoma;
- Herpetiform dermatitis Dühring;
- simultaneous use of radioactive iodine;
- children's age up to 8 years;
- hypersensitivity to iodine and other components of the drug.
The drug should be used with caution during pregnancy and lactation (breastfeeding).

Drug interactions

Betadine is incompatible with other disinfectants and antiseptics, especially those containing alkalis, enzymes and mercury.

Pregnancy and Lactation

Betadine is not recommended for use since 3 months of pregnancy and during lactation. If it is necessary to conduct therapy, the doctor decides on the prescription of the drug individually.
It is necessary to control the function of the thyroid gland in newborns and infants whose mothers used Betadine.

Special instructions

During the use of suppositories, you can recommend the use of sanitary pads.
Use in Pediatrics
Perhaps the use of girls aged 8 years and older, being careful with the introduction of virgins.