Betadine Cream/Ointment Side Effects

All medicines can have side effects. Sometimes they are serious, most of the time they are not. The patient may need medical attention if he/she gets some of the side effects.
The side effects listed as follows may not include all of the side effects reported. For more information about any other possible risks associated with POVIDONE-IODINE (BETADINE), please consult the doctor or pharmacist.
Please note that the side effects related to the use of POVIDONE-IODINE (BETADINE) ointment occur rarely.
Rarely, hypersensitive/allergic skin reaction may occur, which can appear in the form of: itchiness; redness; small blisters.
Very rarely, acute generalized allergic reactions have been reported with drop in blood pressure; difficulty in breathing; swelling of the skin and mucosa.
If the patient notices any side effects, please consult the doctor or pharmacist.
The long term use of the product, not in accordance with the usage instructions mentioned under Dosage & Administration, may lead to possible absorption of iodine into the body. This may lead to: overactive thyroid gland function if the patient has a history of thyroid problems, rapid heartbeat (tachycardia) and restlessness; imbalance of electrolytes; abnormal blood concentration (osmolarity); abnormal kidney function (renal impairment).