Wokadine 10% Solution 100ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Povidone Iodine 10 %
Manufacturer
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT WOKADINE 10% SOLUTIONWOKADINE 10% SOLUTION contains povidone-iodine which belongs to the group of medicines called antiseptics. It is used to disinfect the surface of the skin before and after surgery or an injury. WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION also helps to lessen the number of microorganisms in hands and forearms before surgery or during patient care. WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION is not intended for use by patients who have or had thyroid problems, allergic to povidone-iodine or are on lithium therapy for depression. Before using WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION, inform your doctor if you have broken skin(burns) or have/had kidney diseases to avoid getting unwanted
Uses
OF WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION Disinfects the skin surface before and after surgery or following an injury
How It Works
WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION contains povidone iodine. Povidone iodine is a chemical that enters microbial cell membranes and interacts with its essential proteins, nucleotides and fatty acids ultimately causing cell death. As a result, it controls infection.
Directions for Use
Always use WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Your doctor will decide the required dose and duration of WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION for you as per your age and disease condition. Consult your doctor before using. To clean the skin of the patient before the procedure: After shaving the operation site, wet the area with water. Apply WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION over the affected area for 2 minutes using a sterile gauze dipped in water. Make a lather and then wash off For preoperative skin cleaning(disinfecting) by staff from the operating department: Wet hands with water. 5 ml of WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION should be poured onto each hand's palm and distributed evenly. Rub the scrub well for at least 2 minutes without adding more water. Clean your fingernails completely. Lather up with a little water added and then thoroughly rinse under running water As a topical solution: Clean the affected area. Apply WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION over the affected area, keep it uncovered or cover it with a sterile bandage
Side Effects
age. The side effects of using WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION may include rashes, difficulty in breathing, itching and skin burns. Consult your doctor if any of your symptoms get worse or persist. USES OF WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION Disinfects the skin surface before and after surgery or following an injury HOW WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION WORKSWOKADINE 10% SOLUTION contains povidone iodine. Povidone iodine is a chemical that enters microbial cell membranes and interacts with its essential proteins, nucleotides and fatty acids ultimately causing cell death. As a result, it controls infection. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways use WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Your doctor will decide the required dose and duration of WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION for you as per your age and disease condition. Consult your doctor before using. To clean the skin of the patient before the procedure: After shaving the operation site, wet the area with water. Apply WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION over the affected area for 2 minutes using a sterile gauze dipped in water. Make a lather and then wash off For preoperative skin cleaning(disinfecting) by staff from the operating department: Wet hands with water. 5 ml of WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION should be poured onto each hand's palm and distributed evenly. Rub the scrub well for at least 2 minutes without adding more water. Clean your fingernails completely. Lather up with a little water added and then thoroughly rinse under running water As a topical solution: Clean the affected area. Apply WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION over the affected area, keep it uncovered or cover it with a sterile bandage SIDE EFFECTS OF WOKADINE 10% SOLUTIONUNCOMMON rashes difficulty in breathing RARE itching burns on the skin Stop using WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following weight loss, increased hunger and sweating; or lack of energy and weight gain (symptoms of thyroid disorders) lack of energy, confusion, difficulty to breath (symptoms of the increased amount of acid in the blood) difficulty in urinating, thirst and a dry mouth and pain in one side of your back (symptoms of kidney failure) development of skin irritation, skin rashes, itching, sensitivity, pain, swelling or redness in the event of severe burns or deep open wounds swelling of mouth, lip and face with difficulty in breathing, chest tightness along with skin rashes
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYWOKADINE 10% SOLUTION should be used with caution if you are pregnant. Consult your doctor before using it. BREASTFEEDINGWOKADINE 10% SOLUTION should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers. Consult your doctor before using it. KIDNEYWOKADINE 10% SOLUTION should be used with caution in patients who have or had a history of kidney diseases. Consult your doctor before using it. ALLERGYDo not use WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION if you are allergic to povidone iodine or any other ingredients in it. Consult your doctor before using it. OTHERSWOKADINE 10% SOLUTION is not recommended to use if you are: having or had a history of thyroid diseases (swelling of the thyroid gland due to nodular colloid goitre, endemic goitre or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis) undergoing management for depression (using lithium) Before using WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION inform your doctor if you: have broken skin (due to burns) are planning to do lab tests like stool test, thyroid test and urine test (as
Drug Interactions
with WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION may give false results) Use in paediatrics: WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age. Consult a doctor before using it. Use in geriatrics: The safety and efficacy of WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION in the elderly population are not established. Consult your doctor before using it. INTERACTIONSA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before using WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION, inform your doctor if you are taking: medicine used to manage depression (ex. Lithium) any other medicines, including prescription, non-prescription or any other herbal medicines Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally used more of or accidentally ingested WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION, consult your doctor or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Povidone iodine Pharmacological Category : Antiseptic Therapeutic Indication : Disinfects the skin surface Dosage Forms : Scrub, soap, cream, dressing pad, dusting powder, eye drops, gargle, gel, liquid, lotion, ointment, mouthwash, mouth spray, pessarie, powder, sachet, spray, syrup, wash MORE INFORMATION Keep WOKADINE 10% SOLUTION out of reach from children Store at room temperature
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Last Updated
31 Oct 2022