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Metronidazole + Sucralfate + Povidone Iodine

Information about Metronidazole + Sucralfate + Povidone Iodine

Metronidazole + Sucralfate + Povidone Iodine Uses

Metronidazole+Sucralfate+Povidone Iodine is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections.

How Metronidazole + Sucralfate + Povidone Iodine works

Metronidazole + Sucralfate + Povidone Iodine is a combination of three medicines: Metronidazole , Sucralfate and Povidone Iodine. Metronidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging the DNA. Sucralfate is an anti-ulcer medicine which covers the damaged tissue and protects it against injury to facilitate healing. Povidone Iodine is an antiseptic. It slowly releases iodine which kills or prevents the growth of infectious microorganisms.

Common side effects of Metronidazole + Sucralfate + Povidone Iodine

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

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25 Nov 2020 | 10:20 AM (UTC)

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Expert advice for Metronidazole + Sucralfate + Povidone Iodine

Metronidazole + Sucralfate + Povidone Iodine may take several weeks to show its action. Keep using it as suggested by your doctor.
Wash your skin with a mild cleanser and pat it dry before applying Metronidazole + Sucralfate + Povidone Iodine.
Apply it as a thin layer onto clean, dry, unbroken skin affected by the infection.
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.
It is advisable not to touch or scratch the infected area as it can worsen the situation.