Potadin Solution (Povidone Iodine)

Adult use

Apply an appropriate amount to the affected area once or multiple times daily.

This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to this drug or its components. Patients with thyroid dysfunction, particularly those with nodular goiter or Hashimoto's thyroiditis, should not receive this medication. It is also safe not to use this drug in patients with poor kidney function or renal failure. This drug should not be used in newborns and infants under 6 months of age. Patients with herpes dermatitis or those undergoing radioactive iodine therapy should also avoid this medication. It should be used with caution in severely ill patients or those with a history of thyroid disease and renal failure. Rarely, hypersensitivity reactions such as respiratory distress, skin rash, and urticaria may occur after using this drug; if such symptoms appear, use should be discontinued immediately. Symptoms such as pain, itching, rash, redness, and dermatitis may occur on the skin, and in severe cases, use should be stopped. Using large amounts may lead to side effects such as electrolyte imbalance, metabolic acidosis, and renal failure, so caution is needed. Long-term use may lead to changes in thyroid hormone levels, requiring regular check-ups. Massive use may cause a metallic taste, burning sensation and pain in the throat and mouth, eye irritation, diarrhea, and respiratory distress. Excessive use can result in iodine toxicity, so appropriate dosages must be followed. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid long-term or extensive use of this drug due to potential impacts on fetal and neonatal thyroid function. This medication can affect thyroid function tests, so intervals between doses should be adjusted during testing. Patients undergoing lithium therapy should avoid using this drug, and its effects may be reduced or interact with certain other drugs when used together. Care should be taken to avoid contact with the eyes, and if it does get in the eyes, it should be rinsed out immediately with clean water. When using, clean and disinfect the affected area, and do not mix with other medications. Store away from direct sunlight, and use storage containers made of non-metallic materials.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, respiratory distress, anaphylaxis, pulmonary edema due to iodine toxicity, severe allergic reactions, sudden and very severe headache, renal hemorrhage, anuria, elevated blood pressure and severe swelling, severe swelling or urination abnormalities

Mild side effects

Rarely, symptoms of anaphylaxis (flush, urticaria, etc.), iodine staining, pain, itching, irritation, rash, redness, dermatitis, burning sensation, skin ulceration, contact dermatitis, skin discoloration, wound healing impairment, electrolyte and serum osmolality disorders, metabolic acidosis, elevated serum thyroid-stimulating hormone levels, decreased T₄ and T₃, metallic taste, increased salivation, burning sensation and pain in the throat and mouth, eye irritation and swelling, skin reactions, diarrhea,

Drug interactions

Do not use this drug in conjunction with hydrogen peroxide. If using with lithium preparations, chlorhexidine, silver sulfadiazine compounds, alkalis, mercury-containing preparations, or enzymatic wound healing agents, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to ensure the medication's effectiveness is safely retained.

Appearance

Brownish-yellow liquid

Package unit

4 liters/bottle