Betadine First Aid Solution
Product introduction
Betadine First Aid Solution is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent. It is used for the treatment and prevention of infections in wounds and cuts. It kills the harmful microbes and controls their growth, thereby preventing infections in the affected area.
Betadine First Aid Solution is used to preserve the medicinal products
Betadine First Aid Solution is used to preserve the medicinal products
Uses of Betadine Solution
- Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Benefits of Betadine Solution
In Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Betadine First Aid Solution is a versatile antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of infection. Betadine First Aid Solution kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes, thereby preventing abrasions, cuts, and wounds, or any break in the skin from getting infected. The antiseptic effect is caused due to the slow release of iodine. Keep the affected area clean and use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of Betadine Solution
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Betadine
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Betadine Solution
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
How Betadine Solution works
Betadine First Aid Solution is an antiseptic applied on skin, which is infected or is likely to get infected. It works by slowly releasing iodine which kills or prevents the growth of infectious microorganisms.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Betadine First Aid Solution may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Betadine First Aid Solution is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Betadine First Aid Solution is an antiseptic that helps treat and prevent infections.
- Apply a small amount to the affected area after cleaning it properly.
- Avoid contact with eyes and nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
- Do not use it on burnt, broken or inflamed skin.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Iodinated polyvinyl polymer
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS
Action Class
Antiseptics and disinfectants
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Betadine First Aid Solution
Once A Day
74%
Twice A Day
19%
Thrice A Day
6%
Four Times A *
1%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Betadine Solution for?
Others
100%
How much was the improvement?
Poor
100%
FAQs
Can I put Betadine First Aid Solution on an open wound?
Betadine First Aid Solution can be used as an antiseptic to treat or prevent infections in wounds such as ulcers, small burns or cuts, and other minor injuries. However, take special care if you are applying Betadine First Aid Solution on open large wounds or where the skin is broken like burns. The reason being there may be a risk of excessive absorption of iodine in the blood which may increase to toxic levels.
Will Betadine First Aid Solution solution stain my skin or clothes?
Betadine First Aid Solution has a natural golden brown color which stains the area where you have applied it. It does not however, permanently stain your skin and fingernails. The stain can be easily removed from your clothes with soap and water.
Where can Betadine First Aid Solution be used?
Betadine First Aid Solution is used in the treatment and prevention of infection in wounds including cuts, small areas of burn, ulcers and minor injuries. Do not use this medicine on deep wounds and clean surgical wounds.
How should Betadine First Aid Solution solution be applied to an injury?
Clean the affected area and apply a small amount of the medicine to it. You can then cover it with a sterile bandage. You can apply this medicine 1 to 3 times daily. However, do not use it for longer than 1 week.
Can Betadine First Aid Solution affect thyroid function?
Using Betadine First Aid Solution over a large area or for a long time may sometimes cause problems with your thyroid. Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction include weight loss, increased appetite, sweating, lack of energy, and weight gain. If you notice such symptoms, contact your doctor who may advise you to stop using Betadine First Aid Solution.
Can I put Betadine First Aid Solution on an open wound?
Betadine First Aid Solution can be used as an antiseptic to treat or prevent infections in wounds such as ulcers, small burns or cuts, and other minor injuries. However, take special care if you are applying Betadine First Aid Solution on open large wounds or where the skin is broken like burns. The reason being there may be a risk of excessive absorption of iodine in the blood which may increase to toxic levels.
Will Betadine First Aid Solution solution stain my skin or clothes?
Betadine First Aid Solution has a natural golden brown color which stains the area where you have applied it. It does not however, permanently stain your skin and fingernails. The stain can be easily removed from your clothes with soap and water.
Where can Betadine First Aid Solution be used?
Betadine First Aid Solution is used in the treatment and prevention of infection in wounds including cuts, small areas of burn, ulcers and minor injuries. Do not use this medicine on deep wounds and clean surgical wounds.
How should Betadine First Aid Solution solution be applied to an injury?
Clean the affected area and apply a small amount of the medicine to it. You can then cover it with a sterile bandage. You can apply this medicine 1 to 3 times daily. However, do not use it for longer than 1 week.
Can Betadine First Aid Solution affect thyroid function?
Using Betadine First Aid Solution over a large area or for a long time may sometimes cause problems with your thyroid. Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction include weight loss, increased appetite, sweating, lack of energy, and weight gain. If you notice such symptoms, contact your doctor who may advise you to stop using Betadine First Aid Solution.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Address: 1309, 14th Floor, Madi Tower, 98, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110019
Country of origin: India
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