Ipodine S Ointment has a combination of medicines that is used to treat wound infections. It kills and prevents the growth of microorganisms causing infections.

Ipodine S Ointment should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. It is for external use only.

Do not use this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you have known allergies from this medicine. This medicine is usually well-tolerated and has no or minimal side effects.

However, if you experience any other symptoms that persist for a longer duration which you think are because of this medicine, please inform your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are suffering from any other disease. This medicine is safe to use in breastfeeding mothers.

Uses of Ipodine S Ointment

Wound infection

Benefits of Ipodine S Ointment

In Wound infection

Ipodine S Ointment is an antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of wound infection. It may be used in first aid for minor cuts, burns, abrasions, ulcers and blisters. It kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes as well as helps in wound healing. Keep the affected area clean and use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor for better results.

Side effects of Ipodine S Ointment

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 Ipodine S

No common side effects seen

How to use Ipodine S Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ipodine S Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ipodine S Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Ipodine S Ointment?

If you miss a dose of Ipodine S Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Ipodine S Ointment

₹1.6/gm of Ointment

Sucral Povi Ointment

Strassenburg Pharmaceuticals.Ltd

₹3.1/gm of ointment

94% costlier

Povirom M Ointment

Rhombus Pharma Pvt Ltd

₹1.09/gm of ointment

32% cheaper

Nikodin S Ointment

Himalaya Meditek Pvt Ltd

₹1.73/gm of ointment

8% costlier

Metrokind Plus Ointment

Mankind Pharma Ltd

₹1.83/gm of ointment

14% costlier

Rapidcure Ointment

Rapidchem Healthcare

₹1.73/gm of ointment

8% costlier

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Quick tips

Ipodine S Ointment

Ipodine S Ointment is used to prevent and treat wound infection.
Clean the wound and skin around it as soon as it happens. Use cool boiled water or drinking-quality water.
Apply the medicine, do not put any bandage or dressing unless advised by the doctor.
Keep a close eye on the wound and seek medical advice if you think infection is developing.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Patient concerns

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 Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Please visit your doctor for a check yp to rule out any infection of the wound site

skin infection,etchaing, and some part of body wound

Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

need a face to face consultation and clinical examination of the problem kindly visit a dermatologist nearby if you're from kolkata u can visit my chamber

She is diabetic she have wound in her leg with infection

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Need good glycemic controlA person can control his or her sugar levels by regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOU DOCTOR AND FOLLOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED. ALWAYS IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you SHOULD not treat it as disease but start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications.online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET

Yesterday I fell down while walking, scratches on my right knee, had tt injection and applied soframysin cream and had ampiclox 500mg twice. I could not sleep yesterday due to burning sensation, this burning sensation is too much could not sleep today also. Can you please suggest a cool cream and oral medicine for curing and burning

Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

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