Povidone Iodine + Ornidazole
Information about Povidone Iodine + Ornidazole
Povidone iodine + ornidazole uses
Povidone Iodine+Ornidazole is used in the treatment of wound infection.
How povidone iodine + ornidazole works
This is a combination of two medicines: Povidone Iodine and Ornidazole. Povidone Iodine is an antiseptic applied on skin which is infected or is likely to get infected. It slowly releases iodine which kills or prevents the growth of infectious microorganisms. Ornidazole is an antibiotic which kills bacteria and other infectious microorganisms by damaging the DNA.
Common side effects of povidone iodine + ornidazole
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Available Medicine for Povidone Iodine + Ornidazole
Expert advice for Povidone Iodine + Ornidazole
- Povidone Iodine + Ornidazole is used to prevent and treat wound infection.
- Clean the wound and skin around it as soon as it happens. Use cool boiled water or drinking-quality water.
- Apply the medicine, do not put any bandage or dressing unless advised by the doctor.
- Keep a close eye on the wound and seek medical advice if you think infection is developing.