Betaisodona solution, 100 ml

Betaisodona® solution 100 mg/ml

Betaisodona® solution is a germicidal agent suitable for use on skin, mucous membranes and wounds.It contains the active ingredient povidone-iodine, which is effective against bacteria, fungi, spores, viruses and certain protozoa.The solution is ideal for the initial care of superficial, dirty wounds such as abrasions, tears, lacerations and scratches.It can also be used diluted for rinsing, washing and bathing, provided this has been agreed with your doctor.

No prescription is required for this product.

Areas of application

Betaisodona® solution is used once to disinfect the intact outer skin or to antiseptic the mucous membrane, for example before operations, biopsies, injections, punctures, blood samples and bladder catheterizations.It is also 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.

Mode of action

Betaisodona® solution contains the active ingredient povidone iodine, which has a germicidal effect in diluted or undiluted form.Povidone-iodine is effective against a variety of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, spores, viruses and certain protozoa.The golden-brown color of the solution indicates its effectiveness.If the color loses intensity, this means that the effectiveness is exhausted and the solution can be reapplied if necessary.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

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

Contraindications

The solution must not be used in cases of hyperthyroidism or other existing thyroid diseases, in the very rare chronic skin inflammation dermatitis herpetiformis Duhring, during and until the end of radiation therapy with iodine or if such treatment is planned, as well as in cases of hypersensitivity to the active ingredient or any of the other components of the solution.

Dosage

The solution should always be used exactly as directed.The solution is used undiluted for skin disinfection or mucous membrane antisepsis.The exposure time is at least 1 minute to 10 minutes, depending on skin type and area of application.The solution can be diluted for antiseptic rinses, washes and baths.The frequency and duration of use depends on the area of application.

Intake

The solution is intended for external use and can be used undiluted or in dilutions.Normal tap water or physiological saline solution is suitable for dilution.The dilutions should always be made fresh and used quickly.The brown color of the solution indicates its effectiveness.If discoloration occurs, the solution should be reapplied.

Patient information

Particular caution is required when using it if there is thyroid disease or goiter.In such cases, the solution should only be used over a long period of time and over large areas if the doctor has expressly instructed you to do so.Elderly people and newborns/infants require special attention as they are more likely to suffer from thyroid dysfunction.

Pregnancy

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, the solution should only be used on the express instructions of the doctor and in an extremely limited manner.In this case, a check of the child's thyroid function is necessary.

Notes

The solution can generally be washed out of textiles and other materials with warm water and soap.In stubborn cases, ammonia or fixing salt can help.The solution has no influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

Other

The solution is not intended for ingestion.Dilutions should always be made fresh and used quickly.Discoloration of the solution indicates the end of its effectiveness.After use in infants and small children, thyroid function should be checked by a doctor.