Table of Contents
- 1 What is Betadine Ointment?
- 2 Uses of Betadine Ointment
- 3 How does Betadine Ointment work?
- 4 How to use Betadine Ointment?
- 5 Common Dosage for Betadine Ointment
- 6 When to Avoid Betadine Ointment?
- 7 Precautions while using Betadine Ointment
- 8 Side-Effects of Betadine Ointment
- 9 Drug Interactions to be Careful About
- 9.1 1. Food Interactions with Betadine Ointment
- 9.2 2. Medicines Interactions with Betadine Ointment
- 9.3 3. Effects of Betadine Ointment on Lab Tests
- 9.4 4. Betadine’s Interactions with Pre-existing Conditions/Diseases
- 9.5 Q. Can I have alcohol with Betadine Ointment?
- 9.6 Q. Any particular food item to be avoided?
- 9.7 Q. Can I use Betadine Ointment when pregnant?
- 9.8 Q. Can I use Betadine Ointment when feeding a baby?
- 9.9 Q. Can I drive after taking Betadine Ointment?
- 10 Buyer’s Guide – Betadine Ointment Composition, Variant and Price
- 11 Substitutes of Betadine Ointment
- 12 FAQs – 10 Questions Answered about Betadine Ointment
- 12.1 Q. What is Betadine Ointment?
- 12.2 Q. How effective it is/ How long does it take for Betadine Ointment to show results?
- 12.3 Q. Does Betadine Ointment make you drowsy?
- 12.4 Q. What should be the time gap between the two applications of Betadine Ointment?
- 12.5 Q. Should I complete the whole cycle of the medicine even if cured?
- 12.6 Q. Does Betadine Ointment effect my menstrual cycle?
- 12.7 Q. Is Betadine Ointment safe for children?
- 12.8 Q. Are there any symptoms that I should consider before using Betadine Ointment?
- 12.9 Q. Is Betadine Ointment legal in India?
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1What is Betadine Ointment?
Used mainly to prevent or treat infections by providing disinfection in cases of minor cuts, infected wounds, bruised skin, vaginal infection, and cold sores. Low blood pressure, redness, and itching of skin are the common side effects of Betadine Ointment. It should be totally avoided in the case of patients sensitive to iodine and thyroid disease.
Betadine Ointment Composition: Povidone-iodine 10%w/w
Manufactured by: Win Medicare.
Prescription: Not required as it is available as OTC.
Form: Cream, Powder, Gargles, ointment, and solutions.
Price: Rs 119.00 for 1 pack of 15gm Ointment.
Expiry/Shelf Life: 2 years from the date of manufacturing
Type of Drug: Antiseptic.
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