Warnings


What may interact with Betadine?

Do not use this medicine with any of the following medications:
-benzoin tincture
-hydrogen peroxide 3%

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Betadine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-skin conditions or sensitivity
-an unusual or allergic reaction to povidone-iodine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Betadine?

Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse. This medicine can make certain skin conditions worse. Only use it for conditions for which your doctor or health care professional has prescribed. Unless told to do so by your doctor or health care professional, do not use for longer than 1 week or over large areas of the body.

Do not take this medicine by mouth. Except for the ophthalmic prep solution, contact with your eyes should be avoided. If contact with the eyes occur, rinse out with plenty of cool tap water.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees C (59 and 77 degrees F). Keep this medicine in the original container. Do not freeze. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.