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Povirest

Composition for Povirest Products

Povirest Products are primarily used for
Infections, Wound infection

Products for Povirest

Povirest Ointment
tube of 15 gm Ointment
MRP₹79.69
Not Available

About Povirest Products

uses

Uses of Povirest Products

Povidone Iodine is used to prevent infections and wound infection.
side effects

Povirest Products side effects

Common
Side Effect of Povirest is Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness).

How Povirest Products work

Povidone Iodine is an antiseptic. It kills harmful infection causing microorganisms. This is how it works to prevent and treat infections.

In Depth Information for Povirest Products

  • Povirest 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.

Patient Concerns about Povirest Products

Frequently asked questions about Povirest Products

Q. Can I put Povirest Ointment on an open wound?

Povirest 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 Povirest 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.

Q. Will Povirest Ointment solution stain my skin or clothes?

Povirest 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.

Q. Where can Povirest Ointment be used?

Povirest 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.

Q. How should Povirest 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.

Q. Can Povirest Ointment affect thyroid function?

Using Povirest 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 Povirest Ointment.
Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 10th Apr 2025.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.