Betadine AD Shampoo is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent used for the prevention and treatment of wound infection. It helps treat infections of the scalp associated with dandruff, itching, scaling, and redness of the scalp.
Betadine AD Shampoo is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. Apply sufficient amount onto the scalp and massage it well. Allow it to remain on the scalp for about 5 minutes before washing it off. Use it regularly to get the maximum benefit from the medicine.
Use of this medicine may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. You should stop using it if you have any signs of an allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, hives, itching, shortness of breath, cough, swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
This medicine should not be used in children under two years of age. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Uses of Betadine Shampoo
Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Benefits of Betadine Shampoo
In Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Betadine AD Shampoo is a versatile antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of infection. Betadine AD Shampoo kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes, thereby preventing abrasions, cuts, and wounds, or any break in the skin from getting infected. The antiseptic effect is caused due to the slow release of iodine. Keep the affected area clean and use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of Betadine Shampoo
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Betadine
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Betadine Shampoo
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.
How Betadine Shampoo works
Betadine AD Shampoo is an antiseptic. It kills harmful infection causing microorganisms. This is how it works to prevent and treat infections.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
No interaction found/established
Breast feeding
No interaction found/established
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Betadine Shampoo?
If you miss a dose of Betadine AD Shampoo, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Betadine AD Shampoo is an antiseptic that helps treat and prevent infections.
Apply a small amount to the affected area after cleaning it properly.
Avoid contact with eyes and nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
Do not use it on burnt, broken or inflamed skin.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Iodinated polyvinyl polymer
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OTHERS
Action Class
Antiseptics and disinfectants
Patient concerns
I had an accident with my bike and had scratch on my knee, kindly suggest me the medicines
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Get TT injection and clean the wound with savlon and apply Ointment Betadine
3 DAYS BACK I MET WITH AN ACCIDENT AND GOT SOME WOUNDS ON MY KNEE AND ANKLE. IN X RAY REPORT EVERYTHING IS FINE. PLEASE SUGGEST BEST OINTMENT TO HEAL MY WOUNDS AS FAST AS POSSIBLE. CURRENTLY USING BETADINE BUT VERY SLOW REOVERY PLZ SUGGEST
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Betadine is fine. clean the wound with savlon before and use sterile dressings
I fell from the bike and had a injury to my hand and leg like a type of bruise nd cut i have to travel to a far place and need help for any quick helaing ointment that can atleast dry up the wound quickly
What were the side-effects while using Betadine AD Shampoo?
No Side Effec*
87%
Increased lev*
7%
Renal impairm*
7%
*No Side Effect, Increased level of thyroid hormones, Renal impairment
How do you take Betadine Shampoo?
With or witho*
67%
With food
22%
Empty stomach
11%
*With or without food
Please rate Betadine AD Shampoo on price
Average
50%
Expensive
39%
Not Expensive
11%
FAQs
Can I put Betadine AD Shampoo on an open wound?
Betadine AD Shampoo can be used as an antiseptic to treat or prevent infections in wounds such as ulcers, small burns or cuts, and other minor injuries. However, take special care if you are applying Betadine AD Shampoo on open large wounds or where the skin is broken like burns. The reason being there may be a risk of excessive absorption of iodine in the blood which may increase to toxic levels.
Will Betadine AD Shampoo solution stain my skin or clothes?
Betadine AD Shampoo has a natural golden brown color which stains the area where you have applied it. It does not however, permanently stain your skin and fingernails. The stain can be easily removed from your clothes with soap and water.
Where can Betadine AD Shampoo be used?
Betadine AD Shampoo is used in the treatment and prevention of infection in wounds including cuts, small areas of burn, ulcers and minor injuries. Do not use this medicine on deep wounds and clean surgical wounds.
How should Betadine AD Shampoo solution be applied to an injury?
Clean the affected area and apply a small amount of the medicine to it. You can then cover it with a sterile bandage. You can apply this medicine 1 to 3 times daily. However, do not use it for longer than 1 week.
Can Betadine AD Shampoo affect thyroid function?
Using Betadine AD Shampoo over a large area or for a long time may sometimes cause problems with your thyroid. Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction include weight loss, increased appetite, sweating, lack of energy, and weight gain. If you notice such symptoms, contact your doctor who may advise you to stop using Betadine AD Shampoo.
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