Bectodine Ointment 20gm

Introduction About BECTODINE OINTMENT

BECTODINE OINTMENT contains Povidone-Iodine, which belongs to the group of medicines called Broad-spectrum antiseptics. BECTODINE OINTMENT is used as an antiseptic for the management of minor damage or infection of the skin. It kills harmful infection-causing microorganisms.

It also helps in the management of infection in burns, lacerations, cuts, and abrasions, management of common skin infections, and infection control following circumcision, suture removal, and dressing changes, degerming care of stasis ulcers, decubitus ulcers, and the umbilical area, and in other procedures where degerming is needed.

Before using BECTODINE OINTMENT, inform your doctor if you have any kind of allergies, if you currently have or have ever had a thyroid problem, if you are currently having lithium therapy for depression, if your skin is broken (for example, due to a burn), or if you currently have, or have ever had, a kidney problem.

BECTODINE OINTMENT should be used with caution among pregnant and breastfeeding women and the elderly. BECTODINE OINTMENT is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age. The common side effects of using BECTODINE OINTMENT are burning, irritation, itching, and redness. Consult your doctor if any of your symptoms get worse or persist.

Uses Of BECTODINE OINTMENT

• Management of minor damage or infection of the skin

How BECTODINE OINTMENT Works

BECTODINE OINTMENT contains povidone-iodine. The antimicrobial action of povidone-iodine starts after iodine dissociates from the complex component. Once in the free form, iodine rapidly penetrates microbial cell membranes and interacts with important cell-forming components, like proteins, nucleotides, and fatty acids in the cytoplasm and cytoplasmic membrane and destroys them.

How to use BECTODINE OINTMENT

Apply BECTODINE OINTMENT as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your condition.

Side Effects Of BECTODINE OINTMENT

How To Manage Side Effects

Skin rash Or Itching

Try to relax and rest for some time after using BECTODINE OINTMENT. Do not rub the affected area. Consult your doctor if the itching persists.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Use with Caution

BECTODINE OINTMENT should be used with caution during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using BECTODINE OINTMENT.

Breastfeeding

Use with Caution

BECTODINE OINTMENT should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before using BECTODINE OINTMENT.

Driving and Using Machines

Safe

BECTODINE OINTMENT generally does not affect your ability to drive or use machines.

Allergy

Contraindicated

BECTODINE OINTMENT is not recommended for use if you are allergic to iodine or polyvinylpyrrolidone.

Use In Pediatrics

Contraindicated

BECTODINE OINTMENT is not recommended in children under two years of age. Consult your doctor for advice before using BECTODINE OINTMENT.

Use In Geriatrics

Use with Caution

BECTODINE OINTMENT should be used with caution in the elderly. Consult your doctor for advice before using BECTODINE OINTMENT.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

• medicines used to manage some mental problems (Ex. lithium)
• medicines for the management of thyroid (Ex. thyroxine)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally uses too much of BECTODINE OINTMENT, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. You may experience any of the following symptoms, like stomach pain, being unable to pass urine, loss of appetite, weakness, nausea, vomiting, coughing up blood, excessive sweating, difficulty breathing, metabolic acidosis, anxiety, and pale skin, immediately consult the doctor.

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FAQs About BECTODINE OINTMENT

Q: How does BECTODINE OINTMENT work?

A: BECTODINE OINTMENT contains povidone-iodine. The antimicrobial action of povidone-iodine starts after iodine dissociates from the complex component. Once in the free form, iodine rapidly penetrates microbial cell membranes and interacts with important cell-forming components, like proteins, nucleotides, and fatty acids in the cytoplasm and cytoplasmic membrane and destroys them.

Q: For how long can I use BECTODINE OINTMENT?

A: Your doctor might advise you on how long you should continue to use BECTODINE OINTMENT. You will need to consult your doctor from time to time to review your management and assess your symptoms.

Q: What are the uses of BECTODINE OINTMENT?

A: BECTODINE OINTMENT is used to be used in the management of infection in wounds, including cuts, small areas of burn, ulcers, and minor injuries.

Q: What are the side effects of BECTODINE OINTMENT?

A: The common side effects of using BECTODINE OINTMENT are burning, irritation, itching, and redness. Consult your doctor if any of your symptoms get worse or persist.

Q: Is BECTODINE OINTMENT safe for kids?

A: BECTODINE OINTMENT is not recommended in children under two years of age. Consult your doctor for advice before using it.

Q: Can BECTODINE OINTMENT be used in pregnant women?

A: BECTODINE OINTMENT should be used with caution during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using it.

Q: How should I use BECTODINE OINTMENT?

A: Apply BECTODINE OINTMENT as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your condition.

Q: Who should not use BECTODINE OINTMENT?

A: BECTODINE OINTMENT is not recommended for use if you are allergic to iodine or polyvinylpyrrolidone or if you currently have or ever had a thyroid problem, including swelling (nodular colloid goitre, endemic goitre, or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis) or undergoing lithium therapy for depression.

Q: What precautions must be taken while using BECTODINE OINTMENT?

A: Before using BECTODINE OINTMENT, inform your doctor if your skin is broken (for example, due to a burn), you currently have, or have ever had, a kidney problem, or you are scheduled for a thyroid, faeces (stool), or urine test.

Q: When to stop using BECTODINE OINTMENT?

A: Stop using BECTODINE OINTMENT and contact your doctor if you experience general allergic reaction symptoms such as rash, redness, itching, or difficulty breathing.

References

1. KD Tripathi. Section 14, Antiseptics, Disinfectants, and Ectoparasiticides. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 897-905.

2. MIMS. Betadine. [Accessed on 13th August 2024] https://www.mims.com/philippines/drug/info/betadine%20cream-ointment?type=full

3. Seton Healthcare Group, Tubiton House, Medlock Street, Oldham, OL1 3HS, UK. Monograph [Revised in July 2019] [Accessed on 13th August 2024] https://www.hpra.ie/img/uploaded/swedocuments/e22c9eeb-0b02-4de4-a874-25fd55af1e45.pdf

4. Sanofi-Aventis New Zealand Limited. Betadine Antiseptic Topical Ointment. [Revised in June 2021] [Accessed on 13th August 2024] https://media.healthdirect.org.au/medicines/GuildLink_Information/29561/CMI/swcboint10621.pdf

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Author Details

Written By Dr. N. Sai Swaroop - Pharm.D

Reviewed For Accuracy By Dr. Janet. C - Pharm.D

Last updated on 26 Aug 2024 | 01:45 PM(IST)