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Versadine Microbicidal Ointment
Product introduction
Versadine Microbicidal Ointment is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent. It is used for the treatment and prevention of infections in wounds and cuts. It kills the harmful microbes and controls their growth, thereby preventing infections in the affected area.
Versadine Microbicidal Ointment is used to preserve the medicinal products
Versadine Microbicidal Ointment is used to preserve the medicinal products
Uses of Versadine Ointment
- Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Benefits of Versadine Ointment
In Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Versadine Microbicidal Ointment is a versatile antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of infection. Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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.
Side effects of Versadine Ointment
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Versadine
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
- Generalized itching
- Lung inflammation
- Cushing syndrome
- Delirium (acute confusional state)
- Reduced emotions
How to use Versadine Ointment
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
How Versadine Ointment works
Versadine Microbicidal Ointment is an antiseptic applied on skin, which is infected or is likely to get infected. It works by slowly releasing iodine which kills or prevents the growth of infectious microorganisms.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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
Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Quick tips
- Versadine Microbicidal Ointment is an antiseptic that helps treat and prevent infections.
- Apply a small amount to the affected area after cleaning it properly.
- Avoid contact with eyes and nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
- Do not use it on burnt, broken or inflamed skin.
- Versadine Microbicidal Ointment is an antiseptic that helps treat and prevent infections.
- Apply a small amount to the affected area after cleaning it properly.
- Avoid contact with eyes and nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
- Do not use it on burnt, broken or inflamed skin.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Iodinated polyvinyl polymer
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS
Action Class
Antiseptics and disinfectants
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can I put Versadine Microbicidal Ointment on an open wound?
Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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 Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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.
Will Versadine Microbicidal Ointment solution stain my skin or clothes?
Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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.
Where can Versadine Microbicidal Ointment be used?
Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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.
How should Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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.
Can Versadine Microbicidal Ointment affect thyroid function?
Using Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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 Versadine Microbicidal Ointment.
Can I put Versadine Microbicidal Ointment on an open wound?
Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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 Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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.
Will Versadine Microbicidal Ointment solution stain my skin or clothes?
Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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.
Where can Versadine Microbicidal Ointment be used?
Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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.
How should Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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.
Can Versadine Microbicidal Ointment affect thyroid function?
Using Versadine Microbicidal Ointment 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 Versadine Microbicidal Ointment.
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