Betadine 5% w/w (Ointment)

15 gm tube: ৳ 50.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Povidone iodine
Company	Mundipharma bd pvt ltd
Also available as	Betadine 5 w solution Betadine 10 w solution Betadine 75 w surgical scrub Betadine 1 w mouthwash Betadine 5 w cream Betadine 5 w powder

Adjunct to systemic therapy for primary or secondary topical infections
Infected surgical incisions
Infected decubitus or stasis ulcers
Pyodermas
Secondarily infected dermatoses
Infected traumatic lesions
Prevention of microbial contaminations in burns
Preventing infections in abrasions, minor cuts, and wounds
Treatment for seborrhea
Preoperative and postoperative scrubbing and washing of hospital operating room and equipment
Preoperative prepping of operative site including the vagina
Disinfection of wounds, burns, lacerations, and abrasions
Prophylactic anti-infective agent in house, hospital & office procedures
Postoperative application to incisions to help prevent infection
Oral moniliasis (thrush); bacterial and mycotic skin infections, decubitus & stasis ulcers
Preoperative swab in the mouth & throat
Treatment of acute mucosal infections of the mouth and pharynx
Oral hygiene prior to, during, and after dental and oral surgery

Complex of iodine and organic polymer
Superior to ordinary elemental iodine
Rapid microbicidal activity against bacteria, protozoa, viruses, and fungi/yeasts
Sporicidal
Non-staining
Active in the presence of soap, blood, serum, pus, mucosal secretions, and water

Cream or ointment: Apply once or twice daily for a maximum of 14 days
Solution: Apply full strength as often as needed as paint, spray, or wet soak. Maybe bandaged
Gargle & Mouthwash: Use undiluted or diluted with an equal volume of warm water. Gargle or rinse with up to 10 mL for up to 30 seconds without swallowing. Repeat up to four times daily for up to 14 consecutive days
Surgical Scrub: Use for preoperative and postoperative washing by operating personnel, preoperative use on patients, and in the physician's office
Powder: Apply a light dusting or as advised by the Registered Physician
Ophthalmic Solution: 1 drop 4 times daily or as required, depending upon the severity of the disease

Exhibits interaction with strong alkali, sodium thiosulphate, sodium metabisulphite, and thiomersal

Hypersensitivity reactions
Avoid regular use in patients with thyroid disorders or those receiving lithium therapy
Assess serum iodide levels in severely burnt patients
Avoid use in serious cavities and in children under the age of 2 years

Hypersensitivity reactions
Irritation of the skin and mucous membranes
May produce systemic adverse effects such as metabolic acidosis, hypernatraemia, and impairment of renal function
May interfere with thyroid function tests

Not recommended for use during pregnancy due to the possibility of affecting the fetal thyroid
Usually compatible with breastfeeding, consult a Registered Physician
Avoid regular use in pregnant and lactating women
Not recommended for use during pregnancy and lactation for eye drops

Special caution in case of deep or puncture wounds or serious burns
Avoid prolonged use in preoperative prepping to prevent 'pooling' beneath the patient
Regular use should be avoided as it may lead to the absorption of a significant amount of iodine
Special caution when used on known iodine sensitivity
Avoid wearing contact lenses during the instillation of the ophthalmic solution
Patients experiencing blurred vision should not drive or use machinery until their vision has cleared