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Topical antiseptic for use on small wounds and superficial cuts, minor burns or grazes.
Contains 500 ml.
It is a medicine formulated with povidone iodine, an active ingredient with antiseptic action for the skin that is used in the treatment of small wounds and superficial cuts, minor burns or grazes.
For hospital use it is applied as an antiseptic for the operating field, puncture sites, small wounds, minor burns and surgical material.
It is presented in a familiar format thanks to its 500 ml bottle.
This product is suitable for use on adults and babies from 1 month of age.
In the case of pregnancy and breastfeeding, medical indications should be strictly followed, as its use could cause transient hypothyroidism problems in foetuses and newborns.
Apply the product on the area, previously washed and dried, repeating the process 2 or 3 times a day, avoiding at all times 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, but this does not mean that everyone will experience them. Specifically, the following have been observed:
Rare: hypersensitivity and contact dermatitis manifested by 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 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.
It is important to be careful when handling this medicine, as spillage may cause irreversible damage to clothing and surfaces.
Also be aware that it may interact with diagnostic procedures and may cause errors in tolvidin or guaiacol tests for haemoglobin or glucose in stool or urine. It may also interfere with thyroid tests as well as 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 10%, which is the maximum allowed by law.
