Indication

Oral candidiasis

Administration

Pour 15ml of Povidone Iodine Gargle into the cup. Swish part of the solution briefly in the mouth and spit it out. Tilt your head backwards and gargle for a total of 30 seconds by swirling the liquid at the throat. Spit out the solution.

Adult Dose

Mouth/Throat Oral candidiasis, Sore throat Adults: Use undiluted or diluted with an equal volume of warm water. Gargle or rinse with up to 10 ml for up to 30 seconds without swallowing. Repeat up to four times daily for up to 14 consecutive days or as directed.

Child Dose

Children over 6 years of age: Use undiluted or diluted with an equal volume of warm water. Gargle or rinse with up to 10 ml for up to 30 seconds without swallowing. Repeat up to four times daily for up to 14 consecutive days or as directed.

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity; prolonged use in patients with thyroid disorders or on lithium therapy. Premature neonates or neonates weighing <1.5 kg.

Mode of Action

Povidone-iodine is an iodophore with a powerful broad-spectrum germicidal activity against a wide range of bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa and spores. Microbicidal; oxidizes cell constituents; iodinates proteins and inactivates them.

Precaution

Avoid contact with eyes; should not be used under occlusive dressing. Pregnancy, lactation; neonates.

Side Effect

Local irritation and sensitivity (rare). Idiosyncratic mucosal irritation and hypersensitivity reactions rarely, may interfere with thyroid-function tests.