Ginobetaidine Vaginal Suppository (Povidone-Iodine)

Adult use

Insert 200 mg of povidone-iodine deep into the vagina once daily. It is preferable to insert it in the evening before bedtime. Adjust as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, patients who are allergic to this medication or its components, patients with thyroid dysfunction, patients with poor kidney function, infants and neonates under 6 months of age, patients with herpetic dermatitis, and patients before and after radioactive iodine treatment should not be administered this drug. Moreover, caution should be taken when using this medication in severely ill patients or those with a history of thyroid disease and patients who had kidney function issues. Severe allergic reactions may occasionally occur while using this medication, so if respiratory difficulties, skin rashes, or itching arise, it should be discontinued immediately, and a doctor should be consulted. Skin irritation, pain, rash, redness, dermatitis, skin ulcers, etc., may occur, and use should be stopped if these symptoms worsen. Particularly when treating burns, large amounts can lead to electrolyte imbalances, kidney dysfunction, or metabolic acidosis, so caution is necessary. Long-term use may cause changes in thyroid hormone levels, and thyroid function tests may be needed. Excessive use may result in a metallic taste, burning sensation in the throat and mouth, eye irritation, skin reactions, gastrointestinal symptoms, and respiratory difficulties, so caution is required. This medication should not be used extensively or for long periods in pregnant or breastfeeding women, and checking thyroid function in neonates or infants is recommended. Also, it may affect thyroid function test results, so this should be reported during testing. Drug interactions should also be noted, and patients receiving lithium treatment are advised to avoid using this medication, as its effectiveness may be reduced when used with some disinfectants or wound care products. It should not be used for ophthalmic or systemic purposes, and care should be taken to avoid getting it in the eyes; if it does, it should be rinsed off immediately with clean water. After use, the affected area should be washed clean, and if the medication stains clothing, it should be washed promptly. This medication should be stored away from direct sunlight and is safe to store in non-metal containers. Finally, excessive use of this medication may result in iodine toxicity, so it is essential to adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage and method.

Serious side effects

Hives, swelling, tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, cold sweat, pallor, respiratory distress, respiratory distress due to pulmonary edema, anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction), severe swelling due to iodine toxicity, renal failure, anuria, jaundice, thyroid dysfunction, very severe headache, coma, confusion, severe swelling accompanied by increased blood pressure, serious skin adverse reactions (severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes),

Mild side effects

Pain, itching, irritation, rash, redness, dermatitis, burning sensation, skin ulcers, contact dermatitis, skin discoloration, metallic taste, increased saliva secretion, burning sensation and pain in the throat and mouth, eye irritation, skin reactions, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, upper abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, hyperactivity, tachycardia, headache, dizziness, hallucinations, fatigue, coma, brownish discoloration of the oral mucosa, rhinitis, bronchitis, gastroenteritis, bleeding, mucosal damage, renal bleeding,

Drug interactions

Do not use this medication with hydrogen peroxide. Consult with a doctor or pharmacist when using it alongside lithium preparations, chlorhexidine, silver sulfadiazine compounds, alkaline agents, mercury-containing preparations, or enzyme-containing wound care products.

This medication should be stored in a closed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is essential to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Dark reddish-brown bullet-shaped suppository

Package unit

10 pieces/strip, 50 pieces/strip