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Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml is a prescription medicine that is available as a Shampoo. It is typically used for the treatment of Infections, Open Wound. Other than this, Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml related warnings talks about Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. The section on Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Betadine. It is best to stop taking Betadine immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Betadine. If you see any side effects, stop taking Betadine immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Betadine again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml on the Kidneys?
Betadine does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml on the Liver?
Betadine does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml on the Heart?
Betadine is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml
Taking Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Betadine AD Shampoo 60ml.
Yes, Betadine is used for open wounds since last few decades. It remains a favorite agent for use as an antiseptic and as a wound-healing agent because of its safety, tolerability, and efficacy. Betadine has a broad spectrum of activity, has reduced cell toxicity, low incidence of resistance has anti-inflammatory property, and is able to penetrate biofilms (cluster of microorganisms attached to the cell surface).
Yes, there have been reports of Betadine causing acute kidney injury. Betadine is widely used as an antiseptic and as a preoperative and postoperative surgical scrub. Its main moiety is iodine which is effective against yeast, fungi, bacteria, and protozoans. However, it is also known to cause toxicity, resulting in acute kidney injury in a person who ingested it, in people in whom it has been used topically, etc.
Yes, in rare instances, Betadine may cause allergy. It could be manifested as a rash, an itch, a swelling around the mouth, on lips, tongue or throat, wheezing, sneezing, etc. If you develop any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately.
Betadine is also known as an iodophor, meaning that povidone is a carrier of iodine. Iodine kills the microbes as it acts as the active molecule. Once released from the complex, the free iodine penetrates into the cell walls of the microorganisms and inhibits the synthesis and structures of proteins and nucleic acids. Even though the complete mechanism is not understood, it is hypothesized that iodine disrupts the vital bacterial structures and mechanisms, denaturing and deactivating the bacteria. In-vitro studies have also suggested that iodine decreases the inflammation caused by the pathogens and host cells.
Betadine is a brand name for a complex containing elemental iodine and polyvinylpyrrolidone (povidone, PVP). It is extensively used as an antiseptic and a disinfectant. It is usually used in the solution form.
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