Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder

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Composition FOR Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder

Povidone Iodine(5%)

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Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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.
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Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder

Povidone Iodine(5%)

Wokadine dusting powder uses

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How wokadine dusting powder works

Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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 wokadine dusting powder

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

SUBSTITUTES FOR Wokadine Dusting Powder

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Expert advice FOR Wokadine Dusting Powder

  • 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 Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder

Povidone Iodine

Q. Can I put Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder on an open wound?
Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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 Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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 Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder solution stain my skin or clothes?
Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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 Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder be used?
Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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 Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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 Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder affect thyroid function?
Using Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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 Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder.
Q. Can I put Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder on an open wound?
Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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 Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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 Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder solution stain my skin or clothes?
Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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 Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder be used?
Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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 Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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 Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder affect thyroid function?
Using Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder 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 Wokadine 5% Dusting Powder.

Content on this page was last updated on 17 June, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)