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Potassium permanganate
This medicine should always be used exactly as described in this patient leaflet or as directed by a doctor or pharmacist.
Kalium hypermanganicum Galena is a tablet form medicine that contains the active substance potassium permanganate.
Kalium hypermanganicum Galena is used topically, exclusively in the form of a potassium permanganate solution prepared by dissolving the tablet in water.
The solution has a disinfecting and astringent effect on the skin and mucous membranes.
Potassium permanganate aqueous solutions are unstable and have a color ranging from light pink to dark purple.
Indications for use
0.05% aqueous solution of potassium permanganate is used as a disinfectant for washing the skin, purulent wounds, ulcers, and hands.
0.025% aqueous solution of potassium permanganate is used as a disinfectant for rinsing the mucous membranes of the throat and mouth.
Potassium permanganate aqueous solutions should not be used in high concentrations and for a long time, as they can cause skin and mucous membrane irritation.
Use of the medicine should be stopped if signs of irritation occur.
The solution should not be swallowed during rinsing of the mucous membranes of the throat and mouth.
Kalium hypermanganicum Galena should not be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Kalium hypermanganicum Galena does not affect the ability to drive and operate machinery.
This medicine should always be used exactly as described in this patient leaflet or as directed by a doctor or pharmacist. In case of doubts, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Kalium hypermanganicum Galena is intended for preparing a potassium permanganate solution for topical use.
Preparation of 0.05% potassium permanganate solution for washing the skin, purulent wounds, ulcers, and hands
Dissolve 1 tablet of the medicine in 200 ml (1 cup) of boiled water. The solution should be purple.
Preparation of 0.025% potassium permanganate solution for rinsing the mucous membranes of the throat and mouth
Dissolve 1 tablet of the medicine in 400 ml (2 cups) of boiled water. The solution should be pink.
Use the freshly prepared solution. The solution should be used immediately after preparation. Do not swallow the solution.
Potassium permanganate solutions with high concentrations can cause irritation to tissues. Applying a solution with a concentration higher than the therapeutic one (including potassium permanganate in crystalline or powder form) to the skin or mucous membranes can cause skin burns and tissue necrosis.
After ingestion of the Kalium hypermanganicum Galena tablet or solution (after dissolving the tablet in water), swelling, nausea, vomiting, esophageal and stomach perforation, liver and kidney damage, and cardio-respiratory failure may occur.
In case of overdose, contact a doctor immediately.
In case of any further doubts regarding the use of this medicine, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Repeated use of potassium permanganate solutions at the recommended concentrations can cause strong irritation and brown discoloration of the skin.
During use of the Kalium hypermanganicum Galena solution on the mucous membranes of the mouth, an unpleasant taste in the mouth, tooth discoloration, mucous membrane discoloration, nausea, and vomiting may occur.
Inhaling the vapors of the Kalium hypermanganicum Galena solutions can lead to respiratory tract edema.
If you experience any side effects, including any side effects not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist. Side effects can be reported directly to the Department of Monitoring of Adverse Reactions to Medicinal Products of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices, and Biocidal Products
Al. Jerozolimskie 181C
02-222 Warsaw
Phone: +48 22 49 21 301
Fax: +48 22 49 21 309
Website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl
Side effects can also be reported to the marketing authorization holder.
Reporting side effects will help gather more information on the safety of the medicine.
Store in the original packaging.
Keep the medicine out of sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the packaging. The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste containers. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer needed. This will help protect the environment.
Kalium hypermanganicum Galena is available in tablet form. The tablet is purple-black, round, and flat on both sides.
Available packaging
30 tablets in an orange glass bottle with a polyethylene cap, in a cardboard box with a patient information leaflet.
Pharmaceutical Cooperative "GALENA"
ul. Dożynkowa 10
52-311 Wrocław
Poland
Phone: +48 71 710 62 01
Date of last update of the leaflet:10.01.2023
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