Betadine 10% Solution 500ml
Introduction to Betadine 10% Solution 500ml
- It is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent It treats and prevents infections in Sore throat.
- It controls the growth of microbes by killing harmful microbes which prevents infection of the affected area
Safety Advice for Betadine 10% Solution 500ml
- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
No known interaction, consult your doctor.
If you have any kidney disease, consult your doctor.
If you have any liver disease, consult your doctor.
If you are preganant, consult your doctor before taking it.
No known interaction, consult your doctor.
It is safe no affect on driving skills.
How Betadine 10% Solution 500ml 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 10% Solution 500ml
- 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 10% Solution 500ml
- 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 10% Solution 500ml
- In Treatment of Mouth infection
- In Treatment of Sore throat
- In Treatment of Dry mouth
- In Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Side Effects Of Betadine 10% Solution 500ml
- Mouth and throat infection
- Dryness of mouth and throat
- Burning sensation
Similar Medicine Of Betadine 10% Solution 500ml
What If I Missed A Dose Of Betadine 10% Solution 500ml
- 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
Drug Interaction
- Anti-depressants (Lithium).
Drug Food Interaction
Disease Explanation
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 10% Solution 500ml
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.
Can we use Betadine 10% for gargle?
Gargle or rinse with up to 10 ml of Betadine Gargle and Mouthwash for up to 30 seconds without swallowing. Repeat up to four times daily, for up to 14 days in a row, or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. Do not use for more than 14 days.
Can Betadine 10% Solution affect thyroid function?
Using Betadine 10% Solution 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 10% Solution.
What is Betadine solution 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.
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.
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.
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 blood which may increase to toxic levels.
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.
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- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
No known interaction, consult your doctor.
If you have any kidney disease, consult your doctor.
If you have any liver disease, consult your doctor.
If you are preganant, consult your doctor before taking it.
No known interaction, consult your doctor.
It is safe no affect on driving skills.