Question 1

Can betadine be used to clean piles before applying cream for piles?

Accepted Answer

You can use Betadine topically but must wipe it off because it is red yellow colored and will
stain underwear. It is a good disinfectant but their are better choices . I would suggest 
a perianal wipe if you need to remove BM particles. Check the baby wipe aisle in the store.
Then apply the cream as directed.

Question 2

Will betadine disinfectant work on my cuts like merthiolate and mercuricrome used to?

Accepted Answer

Betadine is a  skin disinfectant that is commonly used in surgery. It works well and only occasionally causes skin allergies or reactions.

Question 3

Can betadine be used for foot fungus?

Accepted Answer

Betadine is an iodine compound used mostly for cleansing wounds and skin areas. There are specific medications available for treatment of fungal skin infections that you may purchase without a prescription at the local drugstore. If your problem is fungal, check with the pharmacist for the anti-fungal (athlete's foot) cream available.

Question 4

Is it ok to use betadine on my wound?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Can i use betadine in treating baby's wound?

Accepted Answer

This agent has a lot of dependible benefits.I do make an effort to remove all the residual betadine from the skin after the wound is cleaned or stitched.Leaving it on can be very drying and cause later skin sensitivity to the product.

Question 6

Can i use betadine douche everyday for odor?

Accepted Answer

Daily betadine douching can disrupt the normal vaginal environment. It is not for regular use. If you have a problem that is troublesome you should be seen and assessed.

Question 7

What's the difference between iodine and betadine?

Accepted Answer

Betadine is the brand name for several topical preparations (scrub, spray, swabs, pads, etc) with 5-10% povidone-iodine, a strong antiseptic, used to prevent bacterial growth.  Iodine is a chemical element that the thyroid gland uses to synthesize thyroid hormone. If you mean tincture of iodine, this is a disinfectant, with 2-7% iodine. Betadine is less toxic to human cells than tincture of iodine.

Question 8

Can a person allergic to iodine be also allergic to betadine?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Betadine is iodine.

Question 9

Is it ok to use betadine when taking oral antibiotics?

Accepted Answer

Unless there is an iodine allergy. Betadine works on the surface only.

Question 10

How effective is betadine in killing body cells (cancerous or not cancerous) that are outside the body ?

Accepted Answer

Betadine kills bacteria does not kill body cells normal or cancer

Can betadine be used after shelf life

Can betadine be used to clean piles before applying cream for piles?

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Will betadine disinfectant work on my cuts like merthiolate and mercuricrome used to?

Can betadine be used for foot fungus?

Is it ok to use betadine on my wound?

Can i use betadine in treating baby's wound?

Can i use betadine douche everyday for odor?

What's the difference between iodine and betadine?

Can a person allergic to iodine be also allergic to betadine?

Is it ok to use betadine when taking oral antibiotics?

How effective is betadine in killing body cells (cancerous or not cancerous) that are outside the body ?

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