BETAISODONA Solution, 1000 ml

Product features

Betaisodona solution is a germicidal agent intended for use on skin, mucous membranes and wounds.The active ingredient povidone-iodine is effective against a variety of pathogens, including bacteria, viruses and fungi.The product is able to combat 99.9% of the relevant germs and is characterized by an immediate onset of action and a long-lasting effect.The golden-brown color of the solution serves as an indicator of its effectiveness.

Areas of application

Betaisodona solution is used once to disinfect the intact outer skin or antiseptic of the mucous membrane, for example before operations, biopsies, injections, punctures, blood samples and bladder catheterizations.It can also be used repeatedly and for a limited period of time for antiseptic wound treatment for pressure sores, leg ulcers, burns, infected and superinfected skin diseases, and for surgical hand disinfection.

Dosage and application

Betaisodona solution can be used once or several times a day.The frequency and duration of application depends on the respective area of application.The solution is intended for external use undiluted and in dilutions.Normal tap water is suitable for dilution; if necessary, physiological saline solution or Ringer's solution can also be used.The dilutions should always be made fresh and used quickly.

The solution is used undiluted for skin disinfection or mucous membrane antisepsis, surgical hand disinfection, antiseptic wound treatment and antiseptic surface therapy of burn wounds.The exposure time varies depending on the area of application and skin type.Different ratios are recommended for dilutions, depending on the intended use.

The application should be continued as long as there are still signs of inflammation.If the symptoms have not improved after regular use for 2 to 5 days or if symptoms recur after treatment has been completed, please consult your doctor.

Contraindications

Betaisodona solution must not be used if you are allergic to povidone-iodine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.Its use is also contraindicated in cases of hyperthyroidism, certain thyroid diseases, dermatitis herpetiformis Duhring, before, during and after the use of radio-iodine, as well as in newborns, infants and small children under one year of age.

Side effects

Possible side effects include skin hypersensitivity reactions such as itching, redness, blistering and contact dermatitis.When larger amounts of the active ingredient are consumed, disturbances in the salt balance, changes in the concentration of water-binding substances in the blood, impaired kidney function and metabolic disorders with hyperacidification of the blood can occur.

Composition

Betaisodona solution contains 100 mg povidone-iodine with a content of 11% available iodine per milliliter.Other ingredients include glycerol, nonoxinol 9, disodium hydrogen phosphate, anhydrous citric acid, sodium hydroxide, potassium iodate and purified water.

Storage

Betaisodona solution should be protected from heat and kept out of the reach of children.The medicine must not be used after the expiry date stated on the bottle label and carton.Do not store above 25°C.

Notes

No prescription is required for this product.Please read the package leaflet and ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any further questions.