Betadine 10% w/v (Solution)

100 ml bottle: ৳ 120.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Povidone iodine
Company	Mundipharma bd pvt ltd
Also available as	Betadine 5 w solution Betadine 5 w ointment Betadine 75 w surgical scrub Betadine 1 w mouthwash Betadine 5 w cream Betadine 5 w powder

Primary or secondary topical infections
Infected surgical incisions
Infected decubitus or stasis ulcers
Pyodermas
Secondarily infected dermatoses
Infected traumatic lesions
Prevent microbial contaminations in burns
Degerming skin in hyperalimentation
Abrasions, minor cuts, and wounds prevention
Treatment of acute mucosal infections of the mouth and pharynx
Oral hygiene prior to, during and after dental and oral surgery
Preoperative and postoperative scrubbing and washing of hospital operating room and equipments
Preoperative prepping of operative site
Disinfection of wounds, burns, lacerations, and abrasions
Prophylactic anti-infective agent in house, hospital & office procedures
Postoperative application to incisions to help prevent infection
As a preoperative swab in the mouth & throat
Treatment of dry eye conditions including keratoconjunctivitis sicca
Substitute for tear fluid in case of unstable tear film or insufficient moistening of the eye surface

Complex of iodine and an organic polymer, povidone
Superior to ordinary elemental iodine
Prolongs germicidal activity of iodine by liberating elemental iodine slowly
Rapid microbicidal activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, protozoa, viruses, fungi/yeasts
Sporicidal
Non-staining
Active in the presence of soap, blood, serum, pus, mucosal secretions, and water

Apply once or twice daily for a maximum of 14 days for the treatment of infection
Apply once or twice a week for as long as necessary for the prevention of infection
Apply full strength as often as needed as paint, spray, or wet soak for the solution
Use undiluted or diluted with an equal volume of warm water for the gargle & mouthwash
Wet hands and forearms with water for the surgical scrub
Apply a light dusting of powder to the affected area
1 drop 4 times daily or as required for the ophthalmic solution

Exhibits interaction with strong alkali, sodium thiosulphate, sodium metabisulphite, and thiomersal
Concurrent lithium therapy has been shown to exhibit hypothyroidic effect

May cause hypersensitivity reactions
Regular use in patients with thyroid disorders or those receiving lithium therapy is to be avoided
Assess serum iodide levels in severely burnt patients
Not to be used in serious cavities and in Children under the age of 2 years

Hypersensitivity reactions
Irritation of the skin and mucous membranes
Systemic adverse effects such as metabolic acidosis, hypernatraemia, and impairment of renal function for severe burns or large denuded areas
Interference with thyroid function tests

Not recommended for use during pregnancy due to the possibility of affecting fetal thyroid
Use usually compatible with breastfeeding (as per American Academy of Pediatrics)
No experience regarding the safety of the Povidone eye drops in human pregnancy or lactation

In case of deep or puncture wounds or serious burns, consult Registered Physician
Avoid 'pooling' beneath the patient during preoperative prepping
Prolonged exposure to wet solution may cause irritation or rarely, severe skin reactions
Regular use of gargle & mouthwash should be avoided
Special caution is needed when regular applications to broken skin are made to patients with pre-existing renal insufficiency
Care must be taken when used on known iodine sensitivity
Patients experiencing blurred vision should not drive or use machinery after instillation of the ophthalmic solution

Store below 25°C
Do not freeze
Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light
Keep out of the reach of children
Do not touch the ophthalmic solution dropper tip to any surface as this may contaminate Betadine
Do not use it after one month of the first opening