Povicid MA Ointment is a combination medicine that is used to treat skin wounds. It also prevents the growth of microorganisms that may infect the wound and promotes healing of the wound.

Povicid MA Ointment is a combination of two medicines: Povicid MA Ointment1 and Povicid MA Ointment2.

Uses of Povicid MA Ointment

Treatment of Wound infection

Benefits of Povicid MA Ointment

In Treatment of Wound infection

Povicid MA Ointment is an antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of wound infection. Povicid MA Ointment kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes, thereby preventing abrasions, cuts, 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 Povicid MA 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 Povicid MA

Dry skin
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Povicid MA 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Povicid MA 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

CAUTION

Povicid MA Ointment should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
If a single dose of Povicid MA Ointment is used, it is recommended to hold breastfeeding for 12-24 hours to allow the removal of the drug.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Povicid MA Ointment?

If you miss a dose of Povicid MA Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Povicid MA Ointment

₹3.67/gm of Ointment

Drez 1%/5% Ointment

Stedman Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹9.32/gm of ointment

154% costlier

Drez Ointment

Stedman Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹6.21/gm of ointment

69% costlier

Metro PV Ointment

Calibar Pharmaceuticals

₹2.67/gm of ointment

27% cheaper

Septigard Ointment

Vanguard Therapeutics Pvt Ltd

₹4.44/gm of ointment

21% costlier

Providine-AM Ointment

Universal Twin Labs

₹1/gm of ointment

73% cheaper

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Quick tips

Povicid MA Ointment

Clean the wound and then apply the cream to the affected area using a sterile gloved hand or a sterile spatula.
Apply it once or twice daily and re-apply to any areas from which it gets removed due to activity. Burn areas should be covered with the cream at all times.
It may cause minor burning, stinging or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Patient concerns

I had c section on 20 Feb 2017 and now since few days I see sticky discharge which usually use to be transparent previously is at times blood filled Why so? Shall I see my gyne for this?

Dr. Megha Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Please visit your doctor for a check yp to rule out any infection of the wound site

skin infection,etchaing, and some part of body wound

Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

need a face to face consultation and clinical examination of the problem kindly visit a dermatologist nearby if you're from kolkata u can visit my chamber

She is diabetic she have wound in her leg with infection

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Need good glycemic controlA person can control his or her sugar levels by regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOU DOCTOR AND FOLLOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED. ALWAYS IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you SHOULD not treat it as disease but start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications.online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET

Yesterday I fell down while walking, scratches on my right knee, had tt injection and applied soframysin cream and had ampiclox 500mg twice. I could not sleep yesterday due to burning sensation, this burning sensation is too much could not sleep today also. Can you please suggest a cool cream and oral medicine for curing and burning

Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

Post pictures of the current wound

FAQs

Povicid MA Ointment

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Povicid MA Ointment?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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References

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