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Brand Name :
Soothe Hydration Lubricant Eye Drops
Synonyms :
povidone ophthalmic
Class :
Ophthalmic Lubricants
Brand Name :
Soothe Hydration Lubricant Eye Drops
Synonyms :
povidone ophthalmic
Class :
Ophthalmic Lubricants
Dosage Forms & StrengthsÂ
Solution Â
1.25%Â
Put 1 to 2 drops into the affected eye as needed
Safety and efficacy not determinedÂ
Refer to adult dosingÂ
Actions and SpectrumÂ
povidone ophthalmic exhibits potent antimicrobial activity. It works by releasing free iodine, which has broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties. It can kill or inhibit the growth of fungi, bacteria, protozoa and viruses. Â
Frequency not defined Â
IrritationÂ
Black Box WarningÂ
None
Contraindication/Caution:Â
Contraindication:Â
Caution:Â
Pregnancy consideration:    Â
Pregnancy category: CÂ
Lactation: Excretion into human milk is unknown Â
Pregnancy Categories:        Â
Category A: well-controlled and Satisfactory studies show no risk to the fetus in the first or later trimester.Â
Category B: there was no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal studies, and there were not enough studies on pregnant women. Â
Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.Â
Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.Â
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.Â
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category.Â
Pharmacology Â
povidone ophthalmic acts as an antiseptic and disinfectant agent. It works by releasing free iodine when it meets microorganisms.Â
PharmacodynamicsÂ
povidone ophthalmic exerts its pharmacodynamic effect through the release of free iodine. Â
PharmacokineticsÂ
Absorption  Â
povidone ophthalmic is applied topically to the eye and it acts locally on the ocular surface.Â
DistributionÂ
It is distributed into the ocular surface and their surrounding tissues. Â
MetabolismÂ
povidone ophthalmic does not undergo significant metabolism within the body. Â
Elimination and excretionÂ
It is not excreted systemically.
AdministrationÂ
povidone ophthalmic is available as eye drops or ophthalmic solutions. Â
It is applied directly into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye.Â
Patient information leafletÂ
Generic Name: povidone ophthalmicÂ
Why do we use povidone ophthalmic?Â
povidone ophthalmic can be used to treat certain types of conjunctivitis.  Â
povidone ophthalmic can be used for irrigation or cleansing of the eye in cases of ocular trauma and foreign body removal.  Â
It helps cleanse the eyelids and eyelashes, reducing the presence of microorganisms.
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