
About this medicine
Betadine Cream is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent. It is used in the treatment and prevention of infection in minor wounds, cuts, small burns, abrasions, and other infected skin conditions, and pre-/post-surgical skin preparation. Betadine Cream 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 applying. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying. Use it 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.
Betadine Cream is generally safe when used in the right dose and duration. Rarely, skin reactions may occur (e.g., which can appear in the form of pruritus, erythema, small blisters, or similar manifestations). Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects that persist or worsen. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with plenty of water. If you have thyroid disease, kidney problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or need to treat a large area, talk to your doctor before use.
Uses
- Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Benefits
Betadine Cream is a versatile antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of infection. Betadine Cream 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.
How to use
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How it works
Betadine Cream 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.
Common side effects
- No common side effects seen
Not everyone gets these. Tell your doctor if any side effect bothers you or does not go away.
Safety advice
- PregnancySafe if prescribed
Betadine Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
- BreastfeedingSafe if prescribed
Betadine Cream may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Betadine Cream, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not apply extra to make up for a missed dose.
Storage
Store below 30°C
Product details
- Composition
- Povidone Iodine (5% w/w)
- Marketer
- Win-Medicare Pvt Ltd
- Marketer address
- 1309, 14th Floor, Madi Tower, 98, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110019
- Product form
- Cream
- Pack
- tube of 10 gm Cream
- Therapeutic class
- DERMA
- Habit forming
- No
- Country of origin
- India
Frequently asked questions
Can I put Betadine Cream on an open wound?
Betadine Cream 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 Cream 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.
Will Betadine Cream solution stain my skin or clothes?
Betadine Cream 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.
Where can Betadine Cream be used?
Betadine Cream 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.
How should Betadine Cream 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.
Can Betadine Cream affect thyroid function?
Using Betadine Cream 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 Cream.
Where we deliver medicines
Medicine delivery reaches 32 Hyderabad pin codes today, across these areas:
- LB Nagar
- Ameerpet
- Sanathnagar
- Amberpet
- ECIL
- Kukatpally
- Saidabad
- Uppal
- Jeedimetla
- Kachiguda
- Khairatabad
- Mehdipatnam
- Musheerabad
- Nizampet
- Suchitra
- Tarnaka
- Vanasthalipuram
- Yousufguda
Coverage differs street to street and grows as professionals join. Check your pin code to see what reaches your address.
Product information is from the manufacturer and the product label. It is for reference only and is not medical advice, so ask your doctor or pharmacist before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.
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