Betadine Antiseptic Solution is an aqueous solution of Povidone-iodine, containing 10% w/v of the active ingredient, designed for use on skin, mucous membranes, and wounds. This antiseptic promptly eliminates germs that can lead to infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns while being gentle on the skin to promote healthy healing. It is commonly used in casualty procedures to prevent infection in burns, lacerations, and abrasions. Additionally, it effectively treats various skin infections, including those caused by bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and fungi, such as tinea, oral thrush, impetigo, and herpes simplex and zoster infections.
