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Betadine Swabsticks overview
BRAND NAMES:
ACAT SUK Kit, ACST Kit, Active Injection Kit BLM-1, Active Injection Kit BM, Active Injection Kit D, Active Injection Kit DL, Active Injection Kit DLM, Active Injection Kit Ket-L, Active Injection Kit Ketmarc-L, Active Injection Kit KL-3, Active Injection Kit KM, Active Injection Kit L, Active Injection Kit LM-2, Active Injection Kit LM-DEP, ACT Kit, Acanya, Active Injection Kit BLM-1, Active Injection Kit BM, Active Injection Kit D, Active Injection Kit DL, Active Injection Kit DLM, Active Injection Kit Ket-L, Active Injection Kit Ketmarc-L, Active Injection Kit LM-2, Active Injection Kit LM-DEP, Active Injection Kit LM-Dep-1, Active Injection Kit LM-Dep-2, Active Injection Kit M-1, Acu-Dyne Skin Cleanser, Active Injection Kit KM
Generic Names:
Povidone-Iodine
Uses:
Kills bacteria on your skin., Treats skin infections.
Therapeutic Classes:
Analgesic Combination, Antibacterial, Antibacterial Cleansing Agent, Dermatological Agent, Keratolytic, Perianal Hygiene Agent, Wound Care Agent, Analgesic Combination, Anesthetic, Local, Antiacne, Antiacne Antibacterial, Antibacterial, Antibacterial Cleansing Agent, Antibacterial Combination, Antifungal, Anti-Infective/Anti-Inflammatory Combination, Antiperspirant, Antipsoriatic, Dermatological Agent, Perianal Hygiene Agent, Disinfectant, Retinoid Combination, Salicylate, Non-Aspirin Combination, Sunscreen, Wound Care Agent
Forms:
Lotion, Sheet, Gel/Jelly, Liquid, Swab, Spray, Foam, Soap, Pad, Cream, Ointment, Lotion, Gel/Jelly, Swab, Spray, Foam, Sponge, Liquid
How it’s taken:
On the skin, On the skin
What is Betadine Swabsticks used for?
What form(s) does Betadine Swabsticks come in
Lotion
Sheet
Gel/Jelly
Liquid
Swab
Spray
Foam
Soap
Pad
Cream
Ointment
Lotion
Gel/Jelly
Swab
Spray
Foam
Sponge
Liquid
What are common Betadine Swabsticks doses?
Package 1 Swab
Package 3 Swab
How to take Betadine Swabsticks
This medicine should not be used in your eyes, inside your body, or over large areas of skin. If this medicine does get in your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse it off right away.
Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine. Follow your doctor's instructions about how to clean and care for your wound while you are using this medicine.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Some forms of this medicine may contain alcohol. Do not use these medicines near a fire or if you are smoking.
Different forms of this medicine are used in different ways. Be sure you understand all the directions before you use them. Ask a pharmacist if you have any questions.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine. Follow your doctor's instructions about how to clean and care for your wound while you are using this medicine.
Different forms of this medicine are used in different ways. Be sure you understand all the directions before you use them. Ask a pharmacist if you have any questions.
Some forms of this medicine may contain alcohol. Do not use these medicines near a fire or if you are smoking.
This medicine should not be used in your eyes, inside your body, or over large areas of skin. If this medicine does get in your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse it off right away.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
PHisoHex® (hexachlorophene) cleanser is a surgical scrub and should not be used on skin that is broken or burned. Wash your skin thoroughly and rinse very well with water. Follow your doctor's instructions about how and where to use this cleanser very carefully.
Chlorostat® (chlorhexidine) cleanser can be used to clean minor skin wounds. Wash gently and rinse thoroughly.
Many of the over-the-counter antibacterial pads, gels, lotions, and foams contain alcohol. They kill germs without having to rinse your skin with water. Follow the directions on the package for best results.
Different forms of the cleansers are used in different ways. Be sure you understand all the directions before you use them. Ask a pharmacist if you have any questions.
If the cleanser contains alcohol, you should not use it near a fire, electrical device, or if you are smoking.
Chlorostat® (chlorhexidine) cleanser can be used to clean minor skin wounds. Wash gently and rinse thoroughly.
If the cleanser contains alcohol, you should not use it near a fire, electrical device, or if you are smoking.
PHisoHex® (hexachlorophene) cleanser is a surgical scrub and should not be used on skin that is broken or burned. Wash your skin thoroughly and rinse very well with water. Follow your doctor's instructions about how and where to use this cleanser very carefully.
Different forms of the cleansers are used in different ways. Be sure you understand all the directions before you use them. Ask a pharmacist if you have any questions.
Many of the over-the-counter antibacterial pads, gels, lotions, and foams contain alcohol. They kill germs without having to rinse your skin with water. Follow the directions on the package for best results.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
What to do if you miss a dose of Betadine Swabsticks
Store the cleanser in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat and direct light.
Keep all medicines and cleansers away from children and pets.
Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Topical application routeAsk your pharmacist or doctor how to dispose of the medicine container and any leftover or expired medicine.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Betadine Swabsticks contraindications
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to any of its ingredients.
You should not use this cleanser if you have had an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients. If you are not sure what the ingredients are, ask your doctor or pharmacist. This cleanser should not be used on a regular basis over large areas of your body. Do not use in your eyes, ears, mouth, nose, or genital area. This cleanser should not be used on a baby unless your doctor tells you to.
Betadine Swabsticks warnings
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or any problems with your blood.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.
In some cases, the long-term use of topical antibacterial medicines can cause a fungal infection. Tell your doctor if you notice new or increased pain, redness, or swelling on the treated skin.
Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, or pain in your upper stomach.
Redness, burning, itching, or swelling in the area where the medicine is applied.
Unexplained fever, chills, cough, sore throat, and body aches.
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness.
Yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Tell your doctor if you have had a reaction to a topical antibacterial cleanser in the past.
This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.
Cramps, vomiting, or loss of appetite.
Muscle spasms, or seizures.
Betadine Swabsticks interactions
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Tell your doctor if you have had a reaction to a topical antibacterial cleanser in the past.
This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are using cimetidine (Tagamet®), or a sulfa drug such as trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, Bactrim®, Cotrim®, or Septra®. Do not use any other medicines on the treated skin unless your doctor tells you to.
Topical application routeDo not put cosmetics or skin care products on the treated skin.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse. Call your doctor if you are using Bactroban® and your skin does not get better in 3 to 5 days.
In some cases, the long-term use of topical antibacterial medicines can cause a fungal infection. Tell your doctor if you notice new or increased pain, redness, or swelling on the treated skin.
Betadine Swabsticks side effects
Serious Side Effects
Cramps, vomiting, or loss of appetite.
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Anxiety, nervousness, or agitation.
Muscle spasms, or seizures.
Yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness.
Unexplained fever, chills, cough, sore throat, and body aches.
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Blistering, peeling, red skin rash.
Change in how much or how often you urinate.
Dark-colored urine, blood in the urine, or pale stools.
Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, or pain in your upper stomach.
Redness, burning, itching, or swelling in the area where the medicine is applied.
Less Serious Side Effects
Nausea.
Headache.
Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet.
Change in the color of your skin where the medicine is applied.
Skin dryness.
Burning, itching, or dry skin.
Redness, dryness, or peeling of treated skin areas.
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