Betadine

Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP Last updated on RxList: 5/31/2022

Drug Summary

What Is Betadine Surgical Scrub?

Betadine Surgical Scrub (povidone-iodine solution) is an antiseptic used to help reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection, for handwashing to reduce bacteria on the skin, and to significantly reduce the number of microorganisms on the hands and forearms prior to surgery or patient care.

What Are Side Effects of Betadine Surgical Scrub?

Side effects of Betadine Surgical Scrub include:

  • prolonged exposure to wet solution may cause irritation or, rarely, severe skin reactions.

Dosage for Betadine Surgical Scrub

The dose of Betadine as a surgical scrub is about 5 cc (1 teaspoonful) of Scrub spread over both wet hands and forearms. Scrub thoroughly for 2-1/2 to 3 minutes. Add a little water and develop copious suds. Rinse thoroughly under running water. Repeat the entire procedure using another 5 cc of Scrub.

The dose of Betadine as an antiseptic hand wash is about 5 cc of Scrub on wet hands. Rub hands vigorously together for at least 15 seconds, covering all surfaces Rinse and dry with a disposable towel.

Betadine Surgical Scrub In Children

The safety and efficacy of Betadine Surgical Scrub in children is not established.

What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Betadine Surgical Scrub?

Betadine Surgical Scrub may interact with:

Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use.

Betadine Surgical Scrub During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant before using Betadine Surgical Scrub. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Additional Information

Our Betadine Surgical Scrub (povidone-iodine solution) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.

Drug Description

Betadine Surgical Scrub

DESCRIPTION

Active ingredient

Povidone-iodine, 7.5% (0.75% available iodine)

Indications & Dosage

INDICATIONS

Purpose

Antiseptic

Uses

  • helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection
  • for handwashing to reduce bacteria on the skin
  • significantly reduces the number of microorganisms on the hands and forearms prior to surgery or patient care

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

Directions

  1. Surgical hand scrub:
    • wet hands with water
    • spread about 5 cc (1 teaspoonful) of Scrub over both hands and forearms
    • without adding more water, scrub thoroughly for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes
    • use a sponge if desired. Clean thoroughly under fingernails.
    • add a little water and develop copious suds. Rinse thoroughly under running water.
    • repeat the entire procedure using another 5 cc of Scrub
  2. Antiseptic hand wash:
    • wet hands with water and pour about 5 cc of Scrub on hands
    • rub hands vigorously together for at least

HOW SUPPLIED

Other information

  • store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
  • store in original container

Dist. by: Avrio, Health L.P. Stamford, CT 06901-3431. Revised: May 2021

Side Effects & Drug Interactions

SIDE EFFECTS

No Information provided

DRUG INTERACTIONS

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Warnings & Precautions

WARNINGS

For external use only

Do not use this product

  • in the eyes

When using this product

  • prolonged exposure to wet solution may cause irritation
  • or, rarely, severe skin reactions

Stop use and ask a doctor

  • if irritation and redness develop
  • in rare instances of local irritation or sensitivity

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

PRECAUTIONS

See section on WARNINGS

Overdose & Contraindications

OVERDOSE

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CONTRAINDICATIONS

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Clinical Pharmacology

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

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Medication Guide

PATIENT INFORMATION

No information provided. Please refer to the WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS section.

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