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Betadine Surgical Scrub

Description for Betadine

Active ingredient

Povidone-iodine, 7.5% (0.75% available iodine)

Uses for Betadine

Purpose

Antiseptic

Uses

  • helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection
  • for handwashing to reduce bacteria on the skin
  • significantly reduces the number of microorganisms on the hands and forearms prior to surgery or patient care

Dosage for Betadine

Directions

  1. Surgical hand scrub:
    • wet hands with water
    • spread about 5 cc (1 teaspoonful) of Scrub over both hands and forearms
    • without adding more water, scrub thoroughly for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes
    • use a sponge if desired. Clean thoroughly under fingernails.
    • add a little water and develop copious suds. Rinse thoroughly under running water.
    • repeat the entire procedure using another 5 cc of Scrub
  2. Antiseptic hand wash:
    • wet hands with water and pour about 5 cc of Scrub on hands
    • rub hands vigorously together for at least

HOW SUPPLIED

Other information

  • store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
  • store in original container

Dist. by: Avrio, Health L.P. Stamford, CT 06901-3431. Revised: May 2021

Side Effects for Betadine

No Information provided

Drug Interactions for Betadine

No Information provided

Warnings for Betadine

For external use only

Do not use this product

  • in the eyes

When using this product

  • prolonged exposure to wet solution may cause irritation
  • or, rarely, severe skin reactions

Stop use and ask a doctor

  • if irritation and redness develop
  • in rare instances of local irritation or sensitivity

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Precautions for Betadine

See section on WARNINGS

Overdose Information for Betadine

No Information provided

Contraindications for Betadine

No Information provided

Clinical Pharmacology for Betadine

No Information provided

Patient Information for Betadine

No information provided. Please refer to the WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS section.

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