AntiInfectiveMeds
Since 2010
| Quantity | Price per tube | You save | Total price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | £33.56 | - | £33.56 | |
| 2 | £22.56 | £22.00 | £45.11 | |
| 3 | £18.89 | £44.00 | £56.67 |
Your order is carefully packed and is dispatched within 24 hours. Here is what a typical package looks like.
Sized like a regular personal letter (approximately 24x11x0.7 cm), with no indication of what is inside.
| Delivery Method | Estimated delivery |
|---|---|
| Express Free for orders over £222.24 | Estimated delivery to the UK: 4-7 days |
| Standard Free for orders over £148.16 | Estimated delivery to the UK: 14-21 days |
Any minor cut or burn can become a real problem if it gets infected. Betadine, which contains povidone-iodine as its active ingredient, works as an antiseptic. It helps prevent infection and can slow it down if it is already present in the wound.
Betadine works against many types of infectious agents, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, fungal spores and some protozoa. Because of this, it may be used for the treatment and prevention of:
If you compare the yellow and green Betadine bottles, there is no difference between them, as both contain a 10% Betadine solution.
How you use this medicine depends on where the infection or wound is and which form you are using. Betadine comes as a powder, vaginal suppositories, solution and other forms.
For intravaginal use of Betadine, a yeast infection may improve after a week of daily treatment. Insert one Betadine 200 mg suppository deep into the vagina once a day before sleep. If the infection does not clear up during this time, treatment may be continued for another week.
The use of Betadine yellow for acne is linked to the medicine's ability to kill bacteria that can contribute to clogged pores. By cleansing the area affected by acne, it may help open the pores and support the healing process. As a result, your skin condition may improve.
Betadine should be used as a spot treatment. Apply a thin layer to the pimple. Make sure the area is clean and dry before applying the medicine.
Unlike regular iodine, you may apply Betadine on open wounds. That is because it contains no alcohol, so it is less likely to irritate injured tissue.
Betadine may be used not only for treatment but also to help prevent infection. It may therefore be useful to keep it in your first aid kit.
Because iodine is a key component of this medicine, some people should avoid using it. These include:
In addition, Betadine should not be used by people who have had treatment with radioactive iodine (for example, for thyroid cancer). The medicine may also interact with some other medicines and supplements, for example when used together with lithium-containing products. That is why you should tell your healthcare provider about all medicines you are currently using.
When used intravaginally, Betadine may damage latex condoms. That is why it is better to use additional contraception during treatment and for 5 days after finishing treatment with Betadine vaginal suppositories.
Because of its antiseptic properties, the medicine may act as a spermicide. As a result, Betadine may affect a woman's ability to become pregnant. It is best not to use it if you are trying to get pregnant.
Betadine's active ingredients can cross the placenta. Although it is not known to cause congenital abnormalities, it may affect the function of the pituitary gland in an unborn baby or make a newborn hypersensitive to iodine.
Regular use during pregnancy may be harmful to the baby. However, it may be used for a short time under medical supervision when clearly needed. One clinical trial by Hungarian researchers reported no danger from Betadine use in pregnant women at 37-40 weeks of gestation, as the risk of hypothyroidism in mature fetuses is very low.
When Betadine is applied to the skin, side effects are more likely if it is used on large areas for a long time. However, most people do not have any problems with it.
The most common reactions to Betadine include:
In extremely rare cases, serious iodine poisoning is possible if the product is used in a way that goes against a British doctor's recommendations. It may present as:
If you experience any of these signs, go to A&E promptly.
I'm ordering the ointment for my home first-aid kit. Will I know how much shelf life is left before it arrives?
We cannot guarantee a specific remaining shelf life before dispatch. Check the expiry date printed on the tube and outer packaging when your order arrives, and do not use the ointment after that date.
I live in Belfast. Can I check whether this ointment can be delivered to my address before I pay?
Yes, use the delivery destination options at checkout to check availability for your Belfast address before payment. Delivery eligibility can vary by destination, so it cannot be confirmed in advance for every postcode.
I punctured my hand on a dirty garden nail this morning. Is Betadine ointment enough to deal with it?
No. A puncture wound, particularly one caused by a dirty object, needs clinical assessment rather than self-treatment with antiseptic ointment alone. A clinician can clean the wound properly and check whether tetanus protection or other treatment is needed.
| Active ingredient | Povidone-iodine |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Topical antiseptic |
| Dosage form | Ointment |
| Available strengths | 10% |
| Route | Topical |
| Storage | Store at 20°C to 25°C, away from excessive heat, and keep the tube tightly closed. |
| ATC code | D08AG02 |
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Easy to order.
Very pleased with Betadine.
Delivery takes two or three days longer here than it did in London.
I contacted support straight away after spotting an address error, and they corrected it before dispatch.
The order arrived fine.
After noticing the ointment was a different colour from the familiar pharmacy-bought brand, I checked that the active ingredient was the same: povidone-iodine.
