Country: Malasja
Lingwa: Ingliż
Sors: NPRA (National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency, Bahagian Regulatori Farmasi Negara)
Povidone-Iodine
MEDISPEC (M) SDN.BHD
Povidone-Iodine
25 gm
SQUARE PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
VIODIN ® 5% W/W OINTMENT Povidone-Iodine USP (5% w/w) 1 _CONSUMER MEDICATION INFORMATION LEAFLET (RIMUP)_ WHAT IS IN THIS LEAFLET 1. What _Viodin_ _® _ is used for 2. How _Viodin_ _® _ works 3. Before you use _Viodin_ _®_ 4. How to use _Viodin_ _®_ 5. While you are using it 6. Side effects 7. Storage and Disposal of _Viodin_ _®_ 8. Product Description 9. Manufacturer and Product Registration Holder 10. Date of revision WHAT _VIODIN_ _®_ IS USED FOR _Viodin_ _®_ is used for the treatment in bacterial and mycotic (fungal) skin infections, bed sore and leg ulcer, minor burns, cuts and abrasions and herpes genitalis (sexually transmitted disease). HOW _VIODIN_ _® _ WORKS Povidone-Iodine 5% w/w is the active ingredient of _Viodin_ _®_ ointment . It gradually releases the active iodine which works quickly and kills the microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and viruses. BEFORE YOU USE _VIODIN_ _®_ - _When you must not use it _ Do not use _ Viodin_ _®_ if: • You are allergic (hypersensitive) to Povidine-Iodine or any of the other ingredients of _Viodin_ _®_ • You are having lithium treatment and thyroid diseases • You are children under two years of age _ _ - _Before you start to use it _ You must tell your doctor or pharmacist if: • You have allergies to iodine. • You have enlarged thyroid gland (a lump at the front of your neck) • You have pre-existing renal insufficiency • You are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or breast-feeding. _ _ _Pregnancy and lactation _ If you know you are or think you may be pregnant, or are breast-feeding, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using _Viodin_ _® _ or any other medicine. - _Taking other medicines _ Always inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including medicines that you buy without prescription. HOW TO USE _VIODIN_ _®_ _ _ Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. _Viodin_ _®_ is for external use only. Contact Aqra d-dokument sħiħ
Viodin ® 5%w/w ointment Povidone-Iodine USP COMPOSITION Viodin ® 5% Ointment : Each 100 gm contains Povidone-Iodine USP 5 gm (0.5 gm available Iodine). PRODUCT DESCRIPTION A deep brown homogeneous ointment filled and sealed in printed Laminated tube having white color cap. PHARMACOLOGY _PHARMACOKINETICS _ Viodin 5%w/w Ointment is applied topically to the affected area. INDICATION - Bacterial and mycotic (fungal) skin infections - Bed sore and leg ulcer - Minor burns, cuts and abrasions - Herpes genitalis DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Applied once or twice daily, but repeated applications can be done depending on the nature and severity of the condition. The skin should be cleaned and dried before application. The affected area may then be covered with a dressing or bandage if required. ROUTE OF ADMINISTRATION Topical CONTRAINDICATION It is contraindicated in known or suspected iodine hypersensitivity. Regular use is contraindicated in patients or users with thyroid disorders (in particular nodular colloid goitre, endemic goitre and Hashimotos thyroiditis). Not for use in infants under 2 years. Special caution is needed when regular applications to broken skin are made to patients with pre-existing renal insufficiency. Regular use should be avoided in patients on concurrent lithium therapy. WARNING AND PRECAUTION Use of this preparation may interfere with tests of thyroid function. Iodine is absorbed through burns and broken skin and to a lesser extent through intact skin and may lead to toxic levels of iodine in the blood, particularly in patients with renal insufficiency. If symptoms occur suggesting changes in thyroid function, these should be investigated. In patients with impaired renal function, blood levels of iodine should be monitored. If local irritation and hypersensitivity develop, then discontinue treatment. Viodin 5% w/w Ointment can permanently discolour white gold jewellery and it is recommended that this type of jewellery should be removed before using Viodin 5% w/w Ointment SIDE EFFECT Local irrita Aqra d-dokument sħiħ