Betadine Antiseptic Cream Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info Full Prescribing Info Contents Description Action Indications/Uses Dosage/Direction for Use Overdosage Contraindications Special Precautions Use In Pregnancy & Lactation Side Effects Drug Interactions Caution For Usage Storage MIMS Class ATC Classification Regulatory Classification Presentation/Packing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Povidone-iodine

Indications/Uses

Bacterial & mycotic (fungal) skin infections. Bedsore, leg ulcer, minor burns, cuts & abrasions. Herpes genitalis.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Apply ample amount once or bd to clean & dry affected skin, affected area may be covered w/ dressing or bandage.

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Overdosage

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Contraindications

Hypersensitivity. Thyroid problem. Patients to receive or are currently receiving radioactive iodine therapy; use of Hg-containing products eg, thiomersal. Newborns & childn <1 yr.

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Special Precautions

Allergic reaction or skin irritation. Discontinue use if local irritation or sensitivity occurs. Patients received radioactive iodine treatments w/in last 4 wk & using before any diagnostic test. May interfere w/ thyroid function tests; monitor thyroid function if necessary. Not to be used concomitantly w/ Hg-, enzymatic component-, hydrogen peroxide-, silver-, octenidine- & taurolidine-containing products; alkali, tannic acid, ASA, bismuth salts. Avoid contact w/ eyes & application to large areas of broken skin. Not for prolonged use. Not recommended during pregnancy & lactation. Childn 1-2 yr.

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Use In Pregnancy & Lactation

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Adverse Reactions

Skin irritation, discolouration, redness, swelling, small blisters, itching or dryness, tiredness, weakness, confusion, rapid shallow breathing, passing little or no urine, fluid retention, swelling of legs, ankle & feet.

Drug Interactions

Altered effect w/ other externally applied wound healing medicines/prep.

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Caution For Usage

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Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Skin Antiseptics & Disinfectants

ATC Classification

D08AG02 - povidone-iodine ; Belongs to the class of iodine product antiseptics. Used in the treatment of dermatological diseases.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Betadine Antiseptic Cream 5% w/w

Packing/Price

15 g x 1's

Betadine Antiseptic Cream

povidone iodine

Manufacturer:

iNova

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma