PVP-JOD AL Ointment, 100 g

Areas of application

PVP-JOD AL Ointment is an antiseptic for use on skin and wounds.It is used for temporary use on damaged skin, such as pressure sores (decubitus), lower leg ulcers (leg ulcers), superficial wounds, burns and infected and superinfected skin diseases.

Mode of action

The active ingredient povidone-iodine in PVP-JOD AL ointment has a germicidal effect and inhibits the spread of bacteria and fungi.This supports wound healing and disinfects the affected areas.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

Ingredients of PVP-JOD AL Ointment: 1 g of ointment contains 100 mg of povidone-iodine (average molecular weight 44,000) with a content of 10% available iodine.The other ingredients are Macrogol 400, Macrogol 4000, sodium hydroxide and purified water.

Contraindications

PVP-JOD AL Ointment must not be used in cases of overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) or other existing thyroid diseases, in chronic skin inflammation dermatitis herpetiformis Duhring, during and until the end of radiation therapy with iodine (radio-iodine therapy) and in cases of hypersensitivity to the active ingredient or one of the other ingredients.

Dosage

Apply PVP-JOD AL ointment evenly to the damaged area once or several times a day.The brown color of the ointment indicates its effectiveness, while extensive discoloration indicates the exhaustion of effectiveness.

Intake

The ointment is applied several times a day if necessary, depending on the size of the area to be treated.For local, antiseptic-therapeutic use, the affected areas are completely coated.

Patient information

Particular caution is required when using it, as povidone-iodine must not be used simultaneously or shortly afterwards with mercury derivatives in order to avoid chemical burns.The oxidizing effect of povidone-iodine can influence various diagnostic tests, especially those for the determination of hemoglobin, glucose and thyroid function.

Pregnancy

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, PVP-JOD AL ointment should only be used on the express instructions of the doctor and in an extremely limited manner.In this case, a check of the child's thyroid function is necessary.Ingestion of the ointment by the infant through the mouth through contact with the treated part of the breastfeeding mother's body must be avoided.

Notes

PVP-JOD AL Ointment has a shelf life of 6 months after first use.No prescription is required for this product.For information about risks and side effects, read the package leaflet and ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Manufacturer:

ALIUD Pharma GmbH, Gottlieb-Daimler-Straße 19, 89150 Laichingen