Afrid Solution is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent used for the prevention and treatment of wound infection. It helps treat infections of the scalp associated with dandruff, itching, scaling, and redness of the scalp.
Afrid Solution is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. Apply sufficient amount onto the scalp and massage it well. Allow it to remain on the scalp for about 5 minutes before washing it off. Use it regularly to get the maximum benefit from the medicine.
Use of this medicine may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. You should stop using it if you have any signs of an allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, hives, itching, shortness of breath, cough, swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
This medicine should not be used in children under two years of age. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Uses of Afrid Solution
Infections
Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Benefits of Afrid Solution
In Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Afrid Solution is a versatile antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of infection. Afrid Solution 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 Afrid Solution
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 Afrid
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Afrid Solution
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
How Afrid Solution works
Afrid Solution is an antiseptic. It kills harmful infection causing microorganisms. This is how it works to prevent and treat infections.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
No interaction found/established
Breast feeding
No interaction found/established
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Afrid Solution?
If you miss a dose of Afrid Solution, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Afrid Solution 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
OTHERS
Action Class
Antiseptics & Disinfectants
Patient concerns
sir,,,,, is cotrimoxazole (trimethoprim 160mg & sulphamethoxazole 800mg ) tablets are helpfull in drying the wounds ?
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Internal Medicine
It is an antibioticIt is given for infections, can be given In case of infected wound as well i
Fungul infection is very difficult to cure. In homeopathy it take a long time to cure it from root and it is very irritating. No specific medicine to cure fungal infection
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 Tuli
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Please visit your doctor for a check yp to rule out any infection of the wound site
Afrid Solution 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 Afrid Solution 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 Afrid Solution solution stain my skin or clothes?
Afrid Solution 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 Afrid Solution be used?
Afrid Solution 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 Afrid Solution 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 Afrid Solution affect thyroid function?
Using Afrid Solution 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 Afrid Solution.
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