Walvidone 5% Powder
Walvidone 5% Powder is an antiseptic and disinfecting agent. It is used for the treatment and prevention of wound infections.
Walvidone 5% Powder
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Walvidone 5% Powder is an antiseptic and disinfecting agent. It is used for the treatment and prevention of wound infections.
Walvidone 5% Powder is an antiseptic and disinfecting agent. It is used for the treatment and prevention of wound infections.
Walvidone 5% Powder is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you’re given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.
This medicine is generally safe and does not usually cause any common side effects. However, if you experience any symptoms after taking this medicine, let your doctor k ow. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or treat them.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
03Uses
Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
04How To Use
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Walvidone 5% Powder may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Walvidone 5% Powder is an antiseptic. It kills harmful infection causing microorganisms. This is how it works to prevent and treat infections.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Walvidone Powder?
A: If you miss a dose of Walvidone 5% Powder, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Walvidone 5% Powder is a versatile antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of infection. Walvidone 5% Powder kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes, thereby preventing abrasions, cuts, and wounds, or any break in the skin from getting infected. The antiseptic effect is caused due to the slow release of iodine. Keep the affected area clean and use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
08Side Effects
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Walvidone 5% Powder. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Walvidone 5% 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.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Walvidone 5% 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.
Driving:SAFE
Walvidone 5% Powder does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Walvidone 5% Powder in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Walvidone 5% Powder in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
References
Sources and references
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 1139.
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98. [Accessed 03 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from: View
