Apidine
Apidine Products are primarily used for
Wound infection
About Apidine Products
Uses of Apidine Products
Povidone Iodine is used to prevent Wound infection.
Apidine Products side effects
Common
Side Effect of Apidine is Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness).
How Apidine Products work
Povidone Iodine is an antiseptic. It kills harmful infection causing microorganisms. This is how it works to prevent and treat infections.
Patient Concerns about Apidine Products
Frequently asked questions about Apidine Products
Frequently asked questions about Povidone Iodine
Q. How should Apidine Eye Drop eye drops be used?
The area around the eyes should be carefully cleaned with a sterile cotton swab first. Two to three drops of the solution should be instilled into the eye(s) and left for 2 minutes. It should not be used for any other purpose other than to clean the eyes before surgery.
Q. Can I put Apidine Eye Drop on an open wound?
Apidine Eye Drop 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 Apidine Eye Drop 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 Apidine Eye Drop solution stain my skin or clothes?
Apidine Eye Drop 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 Apidine Eye Drop be used?
Apidine Eye Drop 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 Apidine Eye Drop 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 Apidine Eye Drop affect thyroid function?
Using Apidine Eye Drop 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 Apidine Eye Drop.
Products for Apidine
Apidine Eye Drop
packet of 5 ml Eye Drop
MRP
₹27.83
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