Rs.42.80for 1 tube(s) (25 gm Cream each)
food interaction for Povifresh Cream
alcohol interaction for Povifresh Cream
pregnancy interaction for Povifresh Cream
lactation interaction for Povifresh Cream
medicine interaction for Povifresh Cream
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
medicine
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Povifresh 5% Cream 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Povifresh 5% Cream 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
No interaction found/established
SALT INFORMATION FOR Povifresh 5% w/w Cream
Povidone Iodine(5% w/w)
Povifresh cream uses
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How povifresh cream works
Povifresh 5% Cream is an antiseptic applied on skin, which is infected or is likely to get infected. It works by slowly releasing iodine which kills or prevents the growth of infectious microorganisms.
Common side effects of povifresh cream
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
SUBSTITUTES FOR Povifresh Cream
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18 Substitutes
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Expert advice FOR Povifresh Cream
- Povidone Iodine is an antiseptic that helps treat and prevent infections.
- Apply a small amount to the affected area after cleaning it properly.
- Avoid contact with eyes and nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
- Do not use it on burnt, broken or inflamed skin.
Frequently asked questions FOR Povifresh 5% w/w Cream
Povidone Iodine
Q. Can I put Povifresh 5% Cream on an open wound?
Povifresh 5% Cream can be used as an antiseptic to treat or prevent infections in wounds such as ulcers, small burns or cuts, and other minor injuries. However, take special care if you are applying Povifresh 5% Cream on open large wounds or where the skin is broken like burns. The reason being there may be a risk of excessive absorption of iodine in the blood which may increase to toxic levels.
Q. Will Povifresh 5% Cream solution stain my skin or clothes?
Povifresh 5% Cream has a natural golden brown color which stains the area where you have applied it. It does not however, permanently stain your skin and fingernails. The stain can be easily removed from your clothes with soap and water.
Q. Where can Povifresh 5% Cream be used?
Povifresh 5% Cream is used in the treatment and prevention of infection in wounds including cuts, small areas of burn, ulcers and minor injuries. Do not use this medicine on deep wounds and clean surgical wounds.