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Betadine Cream

by Win-Medicare Pvt Ltd
Povidone Iodine (5% w/w)

₹129₹117

9% off
Betadine Cream

Introduction to Betadine Cream

It is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent used to treat and prevent skin infections, minor burns, lacerations, cuts, and abrasions.

Safety Advice for Betadine Cream

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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Seek medical advice before using this product for personalized guidance and safety assurance.

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Limited data; consult healthcare provider for personalized advice.

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Limited data; consult healthcare provider for personalized advice.

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Limited data; consult healthcare provider for personalized advice.

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Caution in hepatic impairment; monitor liver function during therapy.

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It is safe no affect on driving skills.

How Betadine Cream works

Povidone iodine inhibits the growth of infection-causing microbes by penetrating micro-organisms and oxidizing essential proteins, nucleotides, and fatty acid resulting to the death of cells.

How To Use Betadine Cream

  • Gargle with the recommended quantity suggested by doctor.
  • Take the required dose and rinse the mouth with it for 30s and Spit it out.
  • Do not swallow it.

Special Precautions About Betadine Cream

  • If you are allergic to povidone iodine, inform your doctor.
  • If you have hypothyroidism and any other thyroid issue, inform your doctor.

Benefits Of Betadine Cream

  • Effective for antiseptic wound cleansing.
  • Inhibits the growth of bacteria and viruses.
  • Helps prevent the spread of infections.
  • Commonly used for skin disinfection.
  • Widely used in surgical and medical applications.

Side Effects Of Betadine Cream

  • Swelling
  • Pain
  • Warmth
  • Redness
  • Oozing
  • Blistering
  • Severe irritation

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Betadine Cream

  • Use medicine as you remember to take.
  • If next dose is near than Skip the missed Dose.
  • Do not double up for the missed Dose.

Health And Lifestyle

Take proper rest and sleep to recover fast. Stay hydrated and increase the intake of fluids. Have a nutritious and balanced diet.

Drug Interaction

  • Anti-depressants (Lithium)

Drug Food Interaction

Disease Explanation

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Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter your body and start to multiply, causing illness and related symptoms like fever, pain, and swelling. It affects different parts of the body like ear, nose, throat, chest, lungs, teeth, skin, and urinary tract.

FAQ's on Betadine Cream

What is the best ointment for open wounds?

A first aid antibiotic ointment (Bacitracin, Neosporin, Polysporin) can be applied to help prevent infection and keep the wound moist. Continued care of the wound is also important. Three times a day, wash the area gently with soap and water, apply an antibiotic ointment, and re-cover with a bandage.

Is Betadine good for pimples?

Betadine Skin Cleanser is clinically proven and effective solution to persistent and stubborn pimples or acne by: Eliminating acne-causing bacteria or microorganisms; degreasing the skin while maintaining its natural pH level.

Can Betadine affect thyroid function?

Using Betadine over a large area or for a long time may sometimes cause problems with your thyroid. Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction include weight loss, increased appetite, sweating, lack of energy, and weight gain. If you notice such symptoms, contact your doctor who may advise you to stop using Betadine.

Does Betadine prevent healing?

Povidone iodines broad spectrum of activity, ability to penetrate biofilms, lack of associated resistance, anti-inflammatory properties, low cytotoxicity and good tolerability have been cited as important factors, and no negative effect on wound healing has been observed in clinical practice.

Will Betadine solution stain my skin or clothes?

Betadine 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.

Why is Betadine banned?

Background: In the spring of 2000, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a ban on the use of Betadine (povidone-iodine; Purdue Frederick, Stamford, Conn.) in association with saline breast implants, because data seemed to indicate a higher rate of implant deflation in association with Betadine.

Is Betadine a good antiseptic?

Betadine Antiseptic Topical Ointment is used as an antiseptic for the treatment of common skin infections such as infections of the skin around the nails, prevention of infections in minor burns, cuts and abrasions.

How long does Betadine take to work?

Sore throats ‐ Betadine sore throat gargles are proven to kill bacteria that can cause sore throats in as little as 30 seconds.

Is Betadine ointment good for open wounds?

Yes, it will kill some bacteria, but it also kills and irritates healthy skin and the wound bed. I suggest you do not use alcohol, hydrogen peroxide or Betadine solution in the open wound.”

Can I put Betadine on an open wound?

Betadine 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 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 blood which may increase to toxic levels.

What is the difference between Betadine cream and ointment?

Betadine Antiseptic Ointment is more concentrated than the cream and will not spread as easily. Therefore it may suit smaller skin wounds or infections like tinea that tend to concentrate in one area.

Is Betadine an antifungal?

You will need to treat the area with an antifungal cream or liquid such as Betadine, which effectively and rapidly kills common bacteria and fungi and is available from most supermarkets and pharmacies.

What is Betadine cream used for?

This combination product is used to treat minor wounds (e.g., cuts, scrapes, burns) and to help prevent or treat mild skin infections. Minor skin infections and wounds usually heal without treatment, but some minor skin wounds may heal faster when an antibiotic is applied to the affected area.

How should Betadine 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.

Where can Betadine be used?

Betadine 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.

Is Betadine ointment an antibiotic?

Betadine 10% Ointment is an antiseptic applied on skin, which is infected or is likely to get infected. It works by slowly releasing iodine which kills or prevents the growth of infectious microorganisms.

What does Betadine kill?

BETADINE microbicides kill bacteria (both gram-positive and gram-negative), fungi, viruses, protozoa and yeasts. Microbicidal activity is maintained in the presence of blood, pus, serum, and necrotic tissue and is more prolonged than that of iodine.

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Ashwani Singh

Master in Pharmacy

Content Updated on

Saturday, 30 November, 2024

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Betadine Cream

by Win-Medicare Pvt Ltd
Povidone Iodine (5% w/w)

₹129₹117

9% off
Betadine Cream

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