VIDENE Cutaneous solution Ref.[49820] Active ingredients: Povidone iodine

Source: Health Products Regulatory Authority (IE)  Revision Year: 2019  Publisher: Ecolab Deutschland GmbH, Ecolab-Allee 1, D-40789 Monheim am Rhein, Germany

4.1. Therapeutic indications

Videne 10% w/w Alcoholic Tincture is a broad-spectrum antiseptic for topical application. It is indicated for quick drying pre-operative skin disinfection, particularly in orthopaedic surgery.

4.2. Posology and method of administration

Videne 10% w/w Alcoholic Tincture is applied undiluted to the area to be incised and painted on thoroughly using a gauze swab. The solution may be allowed to dry to form a protective film or may be removed using a sterile gauze swab.

Neonates

Do not use on neonates, refer to Section 4.3.

Children and Elderly

There are no special dosage recommendations for children or elderly patients.

Renal Impairment

Patients with renal impairment should refer to Section 4.4.

4.9. Overdose

In cases where Videne 10% w/w Alcoholic Tincture has been taken orally, gastric lavage with dilute starch mucilage or a 1% solution of sodium thiosulphate must be administered. The electrolyte balance must be corrected and lost fluids replaced.

6.3. Shelf life

One year.

6.4. Special precautions for storage

Do not store above 25°C.

6.5. Nature and contents of container

Videne 10% w/w Alcoholic Tincture is packaged in a 500ml HDPE bottle sealed with a plastic screw cap.

6.6. Special precautions for disposal and other handling

No special requirements.

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