VIDENE ALCOHOLIC TINCTURE
Active substance: POVIDONE-IODINE
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Videne
How to use:
Alcoholic Tincture
Videne Alcoholic Tincture is an all-purpose antiseptic for topical use. Active ingredient: Povidone-Iodine 10% w/w (1% w/w available iodine). Other ingredients: Alkyl Phenol Ether Sulphate (Ammonium Salt), Industrial Methylated Spirit 95%, Citric Acid, Anhydrous Sodium Phosphate, Purified Water. Videne Alcoholic Tincture is indicated for quick drying pre-operative skin disinfection, particularly in orthopaedic surgery. Being coloured, it gives a useful delineation (marking) of the prepared area. For external use only, not to be taken
Videne Alcoholic Tincture is applied undiluted to the area to be operated on and thoroughly painted on using a gauze swab. The solution may be allowed to dry to form a protective film (layer) or may be removed, using a sterile gauze swab. There are no special dosage recommendations for children or elderly patients. Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed. Do not use if pregnant as iodine may be absorbed through the skin and may affect thyroid tests carried out on your baby. Do not use if breastfeeding or on newborn babies.
quantity of running water and seek medical attention. Preparations containing Povidone-Iodine may temporarily discolour some precious metals and permanently stain rhodium plated white gold.
Action to be taken if swallowed:
In the event of oral ingestion seek medical attention.
Side-effects:
In very rare instances Videne Alcoholic Tincture may produce skin reactions in iodine-sensitive patients. These reactions usually subside when the treatment is stopped. If they are severe or symptoms persist, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Do not use this product after the expiry date indicated on the pack. Store below 20C in a dry place, protected from light. Text Revised June 2008.
Take Care:
500ml
Licence holder, manufacturer and assembler: Ecolab Ltd. Lotherton Way, Garforth Leeds LS25 2JY Tel: +44 (0)113 232 0066 P PL 04509/0040
4xxxxx Pxxxxxx Axxxxxxx/xxxxxxx/xx
4 028163 037431
Videne Alcoholic Tincture must not be used on broken skin because the alcohol could cause stinging. When use is followed by diathermy (surgical procedure to cut the skin), do not allow pooling of the fluid, and ensure skin and surrounding drapes are dry. If you get this product in your eye, cleanse with a large
Peel Here
Batch No, Expiry and Manufacture date to be overprinted on the label
How to use:
Alcoholic Tincture
Videne Alcoholic Tincture is an all-purpose antiseptic for topical use. Active ingredient: Povidone-Iodine 10% w/w (1% w/w available iodine). Other ingredients: Alkyl Phenol Ether Sulphate (Ammonium Salt), Industrial Methylated Spirit 95%, Citric Acid, Anhydrous Sodium Phosphate, Purified Water. Videne Alcoholic Tincture is indicated for quick drying pre-operative skin disinfection, particularly in orthopaedic surgery. Being coloured, it gives a useful delineation (marking) of the prepared area. For external use only, not to be taken
Videne Alcoholic Tincture is applied undiluted to the area to be operated on and thoroughly painted on using a gauze swab. The solution may be allowed to dry to form a protective film (layer) or may be removed, using a sterile gauze swab. There are no special dosage recommendations for children or elderly patients. Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed. Do not use if pregnant as iodine may be absorbed through the skin and may affect thyroid tests carried out on your baby. Do not use if breastfeeding or on newborn babies.
quantity of running water and seek medical attention. Preparations containing Povidone-Iodine may temporarily discolour some precious metals and permanently stain rhodium plated white gold.
Action to be taken if swallowed:
In the event of oral ingestion seek medical attention.
Side-effects:
In very rare instances Videne Alcoholic Tincture may produce skin reactions in iodine-sensitive patients. These reactions usually subside when the treatment is stopped. If they are severe or symptoms persist, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Do not use this product after the expiry date indicated on the pack. Store below 20C in a dry place, protected from light. Text Revised June 2008.
Take Care:
500ml
Licence holder, manufacturer and assembler: Ecolab Ltd. Lotherton Way, Garforth Leeds LS25 2JY Tel: +44 (0)113 232 0066 P PL 04509/0040
4xxxxx Pxxxxxx Axxxxxxx/xxxxxxx/xx
4 028163 037431
Videne Alcoholic Tincture must not be used on broken skin because the alcohol could cause stinging. When use is followed by diathermy (surgical procedure to cut the skin), do not allow pooling of the fluid, and ensure skin and surrounding drapes are dry. If you get this product in your eye, cleanse with a large
Peel Here
Batch No, Expiry and Manufacture date to be overprinted on the label
Source: Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency
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