Manufacturer: Win-Medicare Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition : Povidone Iodine(10% w/v)
Betadine 10% Solution is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent. It is used for the treatment and prevention of infections in wounds and cuts. It kills the harmful microbes and controls their growth, thereby preventing infections in the affected area.
Betadine 10% Solution is for external use only. You should always use it exactly as your doctor has told you. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.
This medicine may cause side effects like skin irritation, redness, or itching at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention. You should stop taking it straight away if you have any signs of an allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, throat, or face, swallowing or breathing problems, feeling dizzy or faint, and nausea.
The antimicrobial action of povidone-iodine occurs after iodine disassociates from the complex. Once in the free form, iodine rapidly penetrates microbial cell membranes and interacts with proteins, nucleotides, and fatty acids in the cytoplasm and cytoplasmic membrane
Povidone-iodine is a topical antiseptic agent used for the treatment and prevention of infection in wounds. Povidone-iodine is a stable chemical complex of polyvinylpyrrolidone (povidone, PVP) and elemental iodine. It contains from 9.0% to 12.0% available iodine, calculated on a dry basis.
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Iodine hypersensitivity. Povidone-iodine is composed of iodine bound to a water soluble polymer. ...
Thyroid disease. ...
Ocular exposure. ...
Burns, renal impairment. ...
Children, infants. ...
Caesarean section, labor, neonates, obstetric delivery, pregnancy. ...
Breast-feeding
Betadine 10% Solution may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Betadine 10% Solution is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Povidone-iodine is indicated for prevention of infection in patients with minor burns, cuts, and scrapes. Instruct patients to seek the advice of their doctor or health care professional prior to administering povidone-iodine to deep puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns
Povidone Iodine has moderate interactions with no other drugs. Povidone Iodine has minor interactions with no other drugs.
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Betadine 10% Solution, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Betadine 10% Solution is an antiseptic that helps treat and prevent infections.
Apply a small amount to the affected area after cleaning it properly.
Avoid contact with eyes and nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
Do not use it on burnt, broken or inflamed skin.
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
Q. Can I put Betadine 10% Solution on an open wound?
Betadine 10% Solution can be used as an antiseptic to treat or prevent infections in wounds such as ulcers, small burns or cuts, and other minor injuries. However, take special care if you are applying Betadine 10% Solution on open large wounds or where the skin is broken like burns. The reason being there may be a risk of excessive absorption of iodine in the blood which may increase to toxic levels.
Q. Will Betadine 10% Solution solution stain my skin or clothes?
Betadine 10% Solution has a natural golden brown color which stains the area where you have applied it. It does not however, permanently stain your skin and fingernails. The stain can be easily removed from your clothes with soap and water.
Q. Where can Betadine 10% Solution be used?
Betadine 10% Solution is used in the treatment and prevention of infection in wounds including cuts, small areas of burn, ulcers and minor injuries. Do not use this medicine on deep wounds and clean surgical wounds.
Q. How should Betadine 10% Solution solution be applied to an injury?
Clean the affected area and apply a small amount of the medicine to it. You can then cover it with a sterile bandage. You can apply this medicine 1 to 3 times daily. However, do not use it for longer than 1 week.
