Betadine Scrub 500 ml

Uses

Povidone Iodine is generally used in prevention of infections.

How to use

Use it as advised by your doctor or For directions before use, please check the label.

How it works

Povidone Iodine is an antiseptic drug. It treacts the affected area of the body and reduces the irritation.

Faqs

Q. Is Povidone Iodine the same as betadine?
Yes. Betadine is the brand (proprietary) name of Povidone Iodine

Q. Is Povidone Iodine the same as iodine or iodine tincture?
Povidone Iodine is the stable chemical complex of povidone (polyvinylpyrrolidone i.e. PVP) and elemental iodine. Iodine tincture has iodine and potassium iodide dissolved in ethanol and water. Both the formulations show antiseptic action

Q. Does Povidone Iodine kill yeast, bacteria or fungus?
Being disinfectant and antiseptic Povidone Iodine inhibits the growth and development of microorganisms.

Q. Does Povidone Iodine burn, stain, sting or hurt?
Topical application of Povidone Iodine may cause slight irritation. Temporary staining of affected area is also possible. However, it is not a matter of concern and gets resolved quickly

Q. Is Povidone Iodine safe?
Povidone Iodine is safe when used at a prescribed dosage and prescribed term as advised by the physician

Q. Does Povidone Iodine contain alcohol?
Povidone Iodine is stable chemical complex of povidone (polyvinylpyrrolidone i.e. PVP) and elemental iodine

Q. Does Povidone Iodine stain teeth?
Povidone Iodine should not be used on teeth. It should be used externally.

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