Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub

Composition Povidone Iodine (7.5% w/v)
Rx
Pack packet of 50 ml Scrub
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Iodinated polyvinyl polymer
Action Class Antiseptics and disinfectants
Habbit Forming No
Manufacturer Win-Medicare Pvt Ltd
Manufacturer address 1309, 14th Floor, Madi Tower, 98, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110019

Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub is for external use only. You should always use it exactly as your doctor has told you. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.

This medicine may cause side effects like skin irritation, redness, or itching at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention. You should stop taking it straight away if you have any signs of an allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, throat, or face, swallowing or breathing problems, feeling dizzy or faint, and nausea.

Treatment and prevention of Wound infection

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.

Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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.

If you miss a dose of Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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.

Q. Can I put Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub on an open wound?

Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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.

Q. Will Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub solution stain my skin or clothes?

Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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.

Q. Where can Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub be used?

Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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.

Q. How should Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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.

Q. Can Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub affect thyroid function?

Using Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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 7.5% Surgical Scrub.

Q. Can I put Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub on an open wound?

Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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.

Q. Will Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub solution stain my skin or clothes?

Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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.

Q. Where can Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub be used?

Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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.

Q. How should Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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.

Q. Can Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub affect thyroid function?

Using Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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 7.5% Surgical Scrub.

In Treatment and prevention of Wound infection

Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub is a versatile antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of infection. Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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.

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

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Alcohol:

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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 7.5% Surgical Scrub 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

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