Valodine 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.

Valodine Ointment is used to preserve the medicinal products

Uses of Valodine Ointment

Treatment and prevention of Wound infection

Benefits of Valodine Ointment

In Treatment and prevention of Wound infection

Valodine Ointment is a versatile antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of infection. Valodine 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 Valodine 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 Valodine

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

How to use Valodine 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 Valodine Ointment works

Valodine 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

Valodine 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

Valodine 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

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Quick tips

Valodine 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

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS

Action Class

Antiseptics and disinfectants

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

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FAQs

Can I put Valodine Ointment on an open wound?

Valodine 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 Valodine 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 Valodine Ointment solution stain my skin or clothes?

Valodine 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 Valodine Ointment be used?

Valodine 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 Valodine 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 Valodine Ointment affect thyroid function?

Using Valodine 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 Valodine Ointment.

Can I put Valodine Ointment on an open wound?

Will Valodine Ointment solution stain my skin or clothes?

Where can Valodine Ointment be used?

How should Valodine Ointment solution be applied to an injury?

Can Valodine Ointment affect thyroid function?

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