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Solution with antiseptic action indicated for the treatment of small wounds or superficial cuts.
Contains 50 ml.
This is a medicine made from povidone iodine, an active ingredient with antiseptic action on the skin, widely used for the treatment of small wounds and superficial cuts, minor burns or grazes.
In hospitals it is used as an antiseptic for the surgical field, puncture sites, small wounds, minor burns and surgical material.
It comes in a practical 50 ml format, perfect for any medicine cabinet.
Betadine liquid is intended for use on adults and babies from 1 month of age.
In the case of pregnant or breastfeeding women, medical instructions should be followed at all times, as the use of this medicine could produce transitory hypothyroidism in both foetuses and newborns.
Wash and dry the affected area before applying the product and repeat the process 2 to 3 times a day, avoiding contact with eyes, ears and mucous membranes. Do not ingest.
Do not use Betadine skin solution:
In newborn babies under 1 month of age.
In case of allergy to povidone iodine or to any of the components present in this medicine.
In patients with hyperthyroidism or other acute thyroid diseases.
Betadine 10% may cause side effects, as with all medicines. This does not mean that everyone will experience side effects. In this case, the following have been observed:
Rare: hypersensitivity and contact dermatitis manifesting as red skin, small blisters and itching, in such cases discontinue treatment and wash the affected area.
Very rare: anaphylactic reactions, hyperthyroidism with tachycardia and agitation, and angioedema.
Unknown frequency: hypothyroidism, electrolyte imbalance, metabolic acidosis, acute renal failure, abnormal blood osmolarity, exfoliative dermatitis, dry skin and chemical skin burn.
Each ml of Betadine contains 100 mg of povidone iodine as the main active ingredient, equivalent to 10%. The other excipients are: glycerol (E 422), macrogol 9 lauryl ether, disodium phosphate, citric acid monohydrate, sodium hydroxide (E 524), potassium iodate and purified water.
Be careful not to spill, as irreversible damage to surfaces and clothing may occur.
This medicine may interact with diagnostic tests and may cause errors in tests with tolvidin or guaiacol, to determine haemoglobin or glucose in stool or urine. It may also interfere with thyroid tests and radioactive iodine treatments.
Read the package leaflet included with this medicine carefully. If you have any questions, you can consult our team of expert pharmacists.
The prices of non-prescription medicines are set by law. In our online pharmacy you can buy this medicine at a discount of up to 10%, which is the maximum allowed by law.
