Betadine Antiseptic Ointment helps effectively treat & prevent infection in minor cuts & abrasions and treats minor skin infections. It rapidly kills all bacteria and fungi commonly responsible for wound and skin infections.
It is essentially non‐irritating to skin and will not permanently stain skin and natural fabrics.
Povidone iodine
Always read the label and use as directed. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional. For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. If it goes into the eyes, rinse thoroughly. Keep out of reach of children.
Not to be used in known hypersensitivity to iodine or povidone. If irritation, redness or swelling develops, discontinue treatment and consult a doctor. For further information on contraindications to the use of povidone-iodine containing preparations, please refer to the package insert or consult your healthcare professional prior to use.
Povidone-Iodine preparations should not be applied over a long period and to large areas of the skin (e.g., not to more than 10% of the total body surface and for not longer than 14 days) unless strictly indicated.