Betadine 7.5% w/v (Surgical Scrub)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 150.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Povidone iodine |
| Company | Mundipharma bd pvt ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Betadine Antiseptic Ointment
Categories
- Medicine
- First Aid
- Topical Treatment
Description
- Betadine Antiseptic Ointment is a topical medication used for the treatment and prevention of infections in various conditions. It is available in different formulations such as cream, ointment, solution, powder, gargle & mouthwash, surgical scrub, and ophthalmic solution. The product contains Povidone Iodine, which exhibits rapid microbicidal activity against a broad spectrum of pathogens including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. It is also used as a substitute for tear fluid in dry eye conditions. The dosage and administration vary depending on the formulation and indication, and it is important to follow the instructions provided. Betadine has contraindications, precautions, and potential side effects that need to be considered, especially for pregnant and lactating women. Additionally, it is essential to store the product in specific conditions to maintain its effectiveness.
Dimensions
- Various sizes and forms
Color Options
- Cream: White or Off-White, Ointment: Yellowish
Functions
- Treatment of infections
- Prevention of infections
- Antiseptic action
- Symptomatic relief for dry eye conditions
Materials
- Povidone Iodine
- Organic polymer (Povidone)
Technical Specifications
- Complex of iodine and povidone
- Non-staining
- Exerts prolonged germicidal action
- Broad spectrum of activity
- Sporicidal
- Active in the presence of soap, blood, serum, pus, and water
Design Elements
- Gargle & Mouthwash with a pleasant flavor
- Surgical scrub forms rich, golden lather
Usability Features
- Application for diverse conditions such as wounds, burns, incisions, skin infections, oral infections, and eye conditions
Dosage & Administration
- Specific instructions for each formulation and indication
- Frequency of application
- Duration of use
- Applicator usage
Interaction
- Incompatibility with strong alkali, sodium thiosulphate, sodium metabisulphite, and thiomersal
- Hypothyroidic effect with concurrent lithium therapy
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Avoid regular use in patients with thyroid disorders or receiving lithium therapy
- Assessment of serum iodide levels in severely burnt patients
- Avoid use in serious cavities and in children under 2 years of age
Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Skin and mucous membrane irritation
- Systemic adverse effects with application to severe burns or large denuded areas
- Interference with thyroid function tests
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended during pregnancy due to potential fetal thyroid effects
- Considerations for breastfeeding
- Avoid regular use in pregnant and lactating women
- No recommendation for use in human pregnancy or lactation for eye drops
Precautions & Warnings
- Consultation for deep wounds, puncture wounds, serious burns, redness, irritation, swelling, pain, or infection
- Preoperative prepping precautions
- Avoid prolonged use in mouth ulcers, sores, children under 6 years, patients on lithium therapy
- Special caution for broken skin, patients with renal insufficiency, and white gold jewellery discoloration for surgical scrub
- Care for iodine sensitivity with powder usage
- Blurred vision caution for ophthalmic solution usage
Therapeutic Class
- Iodine compounds (Anti-septic Preparations)
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C
- Avoid freezing
- Protect from light
- Keep out of reach of children
- Do not contaminate the ophthalmic solution dropper tip
- Do not use after one month of first opening