Question 1

i got a scratch left side of my left hand from nearly 4 days, i clean it using spray and this betadine,now it got a crust on it, should it be covered?

Accepted Answer

Scratch: Just wash with soap and water and leave open to the air and it should heal

Question 2

is it ok to use betadine on my wound?

Accepted Answer

Usually yes: Diluted betadine solution is usually safe on a wound. It is commonly used as a disinfectant in surgery.

Question 3

what is good to use on a rash from betadine?

Accepted Answer

Don't.: Betadine just like alcohol is used for "cleaning" the skin, prevent it from infection. If put on "rash", it might cause irritation/itching and make the "rash" worse.

Question 4

can i use betadine on a cauterized wound or should i just stick with the neosporin?

Accepted Answer

Neosporin: Is less likely to hurt or to interfere with healing.  Just clean it as you were directed, then blot or blow dry, and apply the Neosporin as a protective and antibacterial cover.

Question 5

opinions on using betadine for acne?

Accepted Answer

Acne: Betadine does not, in any way, treat the underlying cause of acne. It is, in no way, a cure or effective plan to treat both the acne or the cause of acne.

Question 6

is it safe to use betadine on my face?

Accepted Answer

Why would you?: As a surgeon, we constantly use products like this on our hands prior to starting an operation.  Although safe to use, it can really irritate the skin and cause significant drying of the skin.  Never a need to use on your face except prior to an invasive procedure.

Question 7

do i use betadine on incision after laparoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Not needed.: Betadine may dry out the skin. I advise simply using your usual soap and water to clean the wounds.

Question 8

is it safe to use betadine solution on babies head?

Accepted Answer

Depends: This is a commonly used disinfectant.I routinely use it for preparing skin for suturing on almost any body surface. I make an effort to remove any residual betadine after the procedure.Leaving it on is thought to increase risk of sensitizing the skin to the product making future use likely to cause a rash.

Question 9

what is good to use on an allergic rash from betadine contact?

Accepted Answer

Wash-off first, then: Like most other cause of contact-allergies, avoidance is best treatment. If +contact, best is to wash-off as well as you can with warm water and soap. Then depending how severe, topicals such as calamide/cortisone can be used if skin is intact/or only minor abrasion. Oral benadryl/zyrtec help with itching. If more severe, you may need eval and prescriptions from your doc. Good luck.

Question 10

is betadine ok for itching wounds?

Accepted Answer

This product: Is not recommended for use inside wounds as it has been shown to be toxic to healing cells. In other words, it can inhibit the healing process.

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I got a scratch left side of my left hand from nearly 4 days, i clean it using spray and this betadine,now it got a crust on it, should it be covered?

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Is it ok to use betadine on my wound?

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What is good to use on a rash from betadine?

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Can i use betadine on a cauterized wound or should i just stick with the neosporin?

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Do i use betadine on incision after laparoscopy?

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