Providip 5% Ointment

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Rs.29.10for 1 tube(s) (15 gm Ointment each)
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Composition FOR Providip 5% w/w Ointment

Povidone Iodine(5% w/w)

food interaction for Providip Ointment

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medicine interaction for Providip Ointment

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No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Providip 5% Ointment 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
Providip 5% Ointment 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 Providip 5% w/w Ointment

Povidone Iodine(5% w/w)

Providip ointment uses

{med_name} is used to prevent wound infection.

How providip ointment works

Providip 5% Ointment 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 providip ointment

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

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Expert advice FOR Providip Ointment

  • 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 Providip 5% w/w Ointment

Povidone Iodine

Q. Can I put Providip 5% Ointment on an open wound?
Providip 5% Ointment 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 Providip 5% Ointment 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 Providip 5% Ointment solution stain my skin or clothes?
Providip 5% Ointment 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 Providip 5% Ointment be used?
Providip 5% Ointment 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.
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Q. How should Providip 5% Ointment solution be applied to an injury?
Clean the affected area and apply a small amount of the medicine to it. You can then cover it with a sterile bandage. You can apply this medicine 1 to 3 times daily. However, do not use it for longer than 1 week.
Q. Can Providip 5% Ointment affect thyroid function?
Using Providip 5% Ointment over a large area or for a long time may sometimes cause problems with your thyroid. Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction include weight loss, increased appetite, sweating, lack of energy, and weight gain. If you notice such symptoms, contact your doctor who may advise you to stop using Providip 5% Ointment.
Q. Can I put Providip 5% Ointment on an open wound?
Providip 5% Ointment 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 Providip 5% Ointment 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 Providip 5% Ointment solution stain my skin or clothes?
Providip 5% Ointment 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 Providip 5% Ointment be used?
Providip 5% Ointment 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.
Q. How should Providip 5% Ointment solution be applied to an injury?
Clean the affected area and apply a small amount of the medicine to it. You can then cover it with a sterile bandage. You can apply this medicine 1 to 3 times daily. However, do not use it for longer than 1 week.
Q. Can Providip 5% Ointment affect thyroid function?
Using Providip 5% Ointment over a large area or for a long time may sometimes cause problems with your thyroid. Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction include weight loss, increased appetite, sweating, lack of energy, and weight gain. If you notice such symptoms, contact your doctor who may advise you to stop using Providip 5% Ointment.

Content on this page was last updated on 19 December, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)