Betadine

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Instructions for use:

1. Pharmacological action
2. Indications for use
3. Instructions for use
4. Side effects
5. Contraindications
6. Additional information

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pharmachologic effect

Betadine is a topical antiseptic that is a combination of iodine and polyvinylpyrrolidone that binds it.

The complex of these substances is called povidone-iodine, and the international non-proprietary name of Betadine also sounds. This drug has a bactericidal, antiseptic, antiviral, antiprotozoal (affects protozoa), antifungal and disinfectant effect. Iodine, which is part of Betadine, upon contact with the skin or mucous membranes, is released from the complex with polyvinylpyrrolidone and damages the cells of pathogenic microorganisms. The drug begins to act within 15-30 seconds after application, and within 1 minute there is a complete death of microorganisms. The effectiveness of Betadine is evidenced by the color of iodine, which, after contact with microbes, fungi, protozoa and viruses, begins to weaken.

Long-term local use of Betadine causes significant absorption of iodine, especially when treating extensive wound surfaces, however, after the last use of the drug for 1-2 weeks, the concentration of iodine in the blood returns to its original value. Clinical studies and Betadine reviews indicate that this drug lasts longer than conventional alcoholic solutions of iodine, and also does not have an irritating effect.

Indications for use

Betadine is available in the form of an aerosol, concentrate for solution preparation, ointment, suppository and solution, each of the forms has its own indications for use.

Betadine ointment is prescribed in the following cases:

prevention of infection with minor abrasions, cuts, burns, minor surgical interventions;
treatment of infected pressure ulcers or trophic ulcers;
treatment of fungal, bacterial and mixed skin infections.

According to the instructions for Betadine, the drug in the form of a solution is used for:

antiseptic treatment of burn wounds;
antiseptic treatment of mucous membranes or skin before procedures and operations;
hygienic or surgical hand disinfection;
catheterization of the bladder, punctures, injections, biopsy;
contamination of mucous membranes or skin with infected material as first aid.

Betadine suppositories are advisable to use when:

acute and chronic vaginal infections: bacterial vaginosis, genital herpes, Trichomonas infection, and others;
as part of combination therapy for trichomoniasis;
processing associated with diagnostic and obstetric procedures, as well as transvaginal surgery;
fungal infections of the vagina, which were provoked by therapy with antibacterial and steroid medications.

Instructions for the use of Betadine

Betadine ointment is used topically. Before applying the drug, the wound surface should be cleaned and dried. Apply Betadine ointment in a thin layer, after which you can apply an aseptic dressing. Infectious wounds are treated 1-2 times a day for two weeks. For prevention of contamination, Betadine ointment is usually used once every three days until the desired effect is achieved.

Betadine solution can be used undiluted or diluted with water:

for the treatment of small abrasions, wounds, burns, a concentrated 10% solution is used;
pustular skin diseases and acne, according to the instructions for Betadine, are wiped with a tampon with a concentrated 10% or 5% (1 part solution and 2 parts water) solution;
disinfection of healthy skin areas before various medical procedures (blood sampling, puncture, infusion, biopsy, transfusion) is carried out using a concentrated solution for 1-2 minutes;
for disinfection of mucous membranes and skin before surgery, Betadine solution is used for two minutes twice; wiping down the patient before the operation is carried out with a sponge soaked in 0.1% - 0.05% solution, which is obtained by diluting one part of a 10% solution with 100 and 200 parts of water, respectively;
the consequences of invasive manipulations are treated with a 10% or 5% solution;
for aseptic management of wounds and treatment of complications, use a 5% solution or without dilution;
burns can be treated with 10%, 5% or 1% (1 part of Betadine and 10 parts of water) with a solution, depending on the condition of the burned surface;
for washing the cavity of joints and serous cavities - 1% - 0.1% solution;
in ophthalmology and transplantology - 1% - 5% solution;
in the surgical treatment of cysts of parenchymal organs, in the conduct of small gynecological operations, a concentrated solution of Betadine is used to treat the birth canal;
for treating the skin of newborns, a 0.1% solution is used, for an umbilical wound - a 10% solution, and for the prevention of conjunctivitis in infants - 2-3 drops in the eyes of a 2.5% - 5% solution;
with bacterial or fungal dermatitis - 1% solution;
papillomas and herpetic eruptions on the skin are treated with a concentrated Betadine solution.

Betadine suppositories should be slightly wetted before use. It is recommended to use 1 suppository before bedtime, which must be inserted deep into the vagina. Betadine suppositories can be used during menstruation. The course of treatment is usually 1 week, but in case of incomplete effectiveness of Betadine suppositories, the course of use can be extended. Also, according to the doctor's prescription, a single dose can be increased to two suppositories. Betadine reviews contain recommendations regarding the use of sanitary pads during treatment with this drug.

Side effects

Reviews of Betadine confirm the good tolerability of the drug, however, they confirm that in some cases hyperemia, itching, hypersensitivity reactions are possible.

Prone patients may experience iodine-induced hyperthyroidism (increased production of thyroid hormones). The instruction for Betadine warns of the likelihood of anaphylactic reactions (dyspnea, hypotension), as well as dermatitis with the development of psoriasis-like elements.

The use of Betadine in large areas can provoke an increase in the level of sodium in the blood, impaired renal function, metabolic acidosis.

Contraindications

According to the instructions, Betadine is not prescribed for:

dysfunction or adenoma of the thyroid gland;
hyperthyroidism;
Dühring's dermatitis herpetiformis;
renal failure;
hypersensitivity to iodine.

The use of Betadine is contraindicated in children under 1 year old, pregnant and lactating women, as well as before and after the administration of radioactive iodine.

Additional Information

Store the drug in a dark, dry and cool place. Storage of Betadine ointment is permissible at a temperature not exceeding 25 ⁰ С and humidity not exceeding 75%.

The shelf life of the solution and ointment is 3 years, Betadine suppositories - 2 years.

Betadine: prices in online pharmacies

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Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!