Povisep may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Povisep is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Povisep Scrub
Introduction
Povisep is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent. Used as a mouthwash to kill germs that cause sore throat. It also relieves dryness or irritation of the mouth and throat.
Take Povisep in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Make sure not...
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Uses of Povisep
Wound infection
Side effects of Povisep
Common
No common side effects seen
How to use Povisep
Check the label before use. Take the mouthwash in the quantity as advised by your doctor and put it in your mouth. Swish for 30 seconds to 1 minute and spit it. Do not swallow. Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking for at least 30 minutes after rinsing.
How Povisep works
Povisep is an antiseptic medicine. When used as a mouthwash, it kills harmful microorganisms of your mouth. This is how it works to prevent and treat infections.
What if you forget to take Povisep?
If you miss a dose of Povisep, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Povisep helps treat infections of the lining of the mouth and throat, such as gingivitis and mouth ulcers.
It may also be used to maintain oral hygiene before, during and after dental and oral surgery.
Gargle or rinse the mouth with Povisep for up to 30 seconds. It should not be swallowed.
Do not use for more than 14 days without talking to your doctor first.
Brief Description
Indication
Pre- and post-operative skin cleansing, pre-operative scrubbing & washing.
Adult Dose
Pre-operative scrubbing & washing: Wet hands with water, then pour 5 ml of solution onto the palm and spread over both the hands, rub the scrub over t...
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Contraindication
Hypersensitivity; prolonged use in patients with thyroid disorders or on lithium therapy. Special caution is needed when regular applications to broke...
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Mode of Action
Povidone-iodine is an iodophore with a powerful broad-spectrum germicidal activity against a wide range of bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa and spor...
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Precaution
Avoid contact with eyes; should not be used under occlusive dressing. Pregnancy, lactation;
Side Effect
Local skin irritation and sensitivity. Application to large areas of denuded skin may produce systemic effects due to iodine absorption.The applicati...
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