Woundseptic 10.00% Soln 60 ml is called iodophore which means Woundseptic 10.00% Soln 60 ml acts as a carrier of iodine. Iodine is considered as the active moiety that mediates microbicidal actions. When released from the complex, free iodine (I2) penetrates the cell wall of microorganisms quickly, and the lethal effects are believed to result from disruption of protein and nucleic acid structure and synthesis. While the full mechanism of action is not fully elucidated, iodine is thought to inhibit vital bacterial cellular mechanisms and structures, and oxidizes nucleotides fatty or amino acids in bacterial cell membranes 1. Additionally, free iodine disrupts the function of the cytosolic enzymes involved in the respiratory chain, causing them to become denatured and deactivated
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Woundseptic 10.00% Soln 60 ml

Skin irritation

Allergic Skin Reaction severe

Redness of skin

Acneiform eruptions

Thyroid imbalances

Uses of Woundseptic 10.00% Soln 60 ml
What is it prescribed for?

Oral infections
Woundseptic 10.00% Soln 60 ml Iodine is used for the prevention and treatment of infections in the mouth.

Minor wounds
Woundseptic 10.00% Soln 60 ml Iodine is used for the prevention and treatment of skin infection on the skin. It is used as an antiseptic and first aid for minor cuts, grazes, abrasions, and blisters.

Vaginal Candidiasis
Woundseptic 10.00% Soln 60 ml Iodine is also used to prevent and treat the fungal infection of the vagina. It may be used in combination with other medicines for better results.

Skin disinfectant
Woundseptic 10.00% Soln 60 ml Iodine is also used to clean a patient’s skin before a surgical procedure is performed.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The effect of Woundseptic 10.00% Soln 60 ml Iodine starts immediately after application on the skin.

Duration of Effect
The duration of time for which Woundseptic 10.00% Soln 60 ml Iodine is effective varies depending on the site and mode of application.

Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
Use of this medicine is not recommended if you are pregnant. It can be used only when the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Non-prescription use of this medicine should be avoided by pregnant women.

Usage while breast-feeding?
Use of this medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women. However, if it becomes absolutely necessary to use this medicine, then breastfeeding should be discontinued. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

When not to use?

Allergy
Use of this medicine is not recommended if you have a known history of allergy to iodine.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
Use of this medicine is not recommended if you are pregnant. It can be used only when the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Non-prescription use of this medicine should be avoided by pregnant women.

Breast-feeding
Use of this medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women. However, if it becomes absolutely necessary to use this medicine, then breastfeeding should be discontinued. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

General Warnings

Severe skin allergy
Use of this medicine should be discontinued if you experience a skin rash, hive, or severe itching.

External use only
This medicine is for external use only and should not be applied in the eyes.

Short-term use
This medicine should be used for short duration only as the risk of side effects increase significantly on prolonged usage.

Kidney disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having a kidney disease or an impairment of the normal kidney function.

Deep wounds
This medicine should not be used when the wound is very deep or puncture wounds.

Burns
This medicine should not be used in case of serious burns.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled application, then the missed dose can be skipped.

Overdose
Contact a doctor if you have used too much of Woundseptic 10.00% Soln 60 ml iodine or have accidently swallowed the medicine. Symptoms of overdose may include a metallic taste in the mouth, increased salivation, burning or pain sensation in the mouth or throat, diarrhea etc. Immediate medical intervention may be needed if the overdose is severe.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Lithium moderate

Collagenase moderate

Disease interactions

moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having an active thyroid hormone disorder. Any instance indicative of an imbalance in thyroid hormone should be reported to the doctor.

General Instructions

Use Woundseptic 10.00% Soln 60 ml Iodine following all the instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Apply the medication after cleaning and drying the affected area. Pooling of medicated liquid beneath bandage should be avoided as it may cause skin irritation.

Other details

Food timings: Information not available

Administration time: Information not available

Sleep inducing: Information not available

References

wikipedia –
Povidone-iodine [Internet].
Available from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Povidone-iodine
[cited 30/6/2020].
19/5/2020

dailymed –
Povidone [Internet].
Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=1b460e41-9ac9-43fe-8166-8e09f70aaa63
[cited 11/7/2020].
05/01/2019