Betadine Vaginal Pessaries
Betadine Vaginal Pessaries is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It is best to use it at night time for better results. The affected area should be clean before using the medicine. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying the medicine. Do not stop using it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better.
Betadine Vaginal Pessaries
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Betadine Vaginal Pessaries is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent. It is used to prevent and treat infection in the vagina that causes itching, irritation, and soreness. It works by killing or preventing the growth of infectious microorganisms in the vagina.
Betadine Vaginal Pessaries is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It is best to use it at night time for better results. The affected area should be clean before using the medicine. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying the medicine. Do not stop using it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better.
This medicine may cause side effects like burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. If the side effects bother you or do not go away, let your doctor know. You should stop taking it straight away if you have any signs of an allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, hives, itching, shortness of breath, cough, swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Talk to your doctor If signs of the infection get worse or last for more than 7 days. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
03Uses
Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash and dry your vaginal area. Lie on your back and gently insert the pessary into the vagina as high as possible with or without the use of an applicator as mentioned in the label.
05How It Works
Betadine Vaginal Pessaries is an antiseptic. It slowly releases iodine which kills or prevents the growth of infectious microorganisms in the vagina.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Betadine Vaginal Pessaries, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Betadine Vaginal Pessaries is a versatile antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of infection. Betadine Vaginal Pessaries 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.
08Side Effects
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)
09Safety Information
Alcohol:
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Betadine Vaginal Pessaries 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 Vaginal Pessaries 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
10Drug Tips
Betadine Vaginal Pessaries 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.
References
Sources and references
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 1139.
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr . 2004;80:S189-S198. view
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation . view
