Betadine Dailymed
Generic: povidone-iodine
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Active Ingredient
Povidone-Iodine, 7.5%
Purpose
Antiseptic
Uses
â– for preparation of the skin prior to surgery â– helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection â– for handwashing to reduce bacteria on the skin â– significantly reduces the number of microorganisms on the hands forearms prior to surgery or patient care
Warnings
For external use only Do not use â– in the eyes When using this product â– prolonged exposure to wet solution may cause irritation or, rarely, severe skin reactions â– in pre-operative prepping, avoid "pooling" beneath the patient Stop use and ask a doctor â– if irritation and redness develop â– in rare instances of local irritation or sensitivity
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away
Directions
A. Surgical hand scrub:
- wet hands with water
- spread about 5 cc (1 teaspoonful) of Scrub over both handsand forearms
- without adding more water, scrub thoroughly for 2 1/2 to3 minutes
- use a sponge if desired. Clean thoroughly under fingernails.
- add a little water and develop copious suds. Rinse thoroughlyunder running water.
- repeat the entire procedure using another 5 cc of Scrub
B. Antiseptic hand wash:
- wet hands with water and pour about 5 cc of Scrub on hands
- rub hands vigorously together for at least 15 seconds, coveringall surfaces
- rinse and dry with a disposable towel
C. Patient pre-operative skin preparation: â– single use only
â– wet skin with water â– apply Scrub (1 cc is sufficient to cover an area of 20-30 square inches), develop lather and scrub thoroughly for about 5 minutes â– rinse off using sterile gauze saturated with water â– the area may then be painted with BETADINE Solution and allowed to dry
Other Safety Information
â– store at 25'C (77'F); excursions permitted between 15'-30'C (59'-86'F)
Inactive Ingredients
ammonium nonxynol-4 sulfate, nonoxynol-9, purified water, sodium hydroxide
Questions?
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