Description

Betadine 7.5% – Bottle of 50ml Surgical Scrub

Betadine 7.5% Surgical Scrub (50ml Bottle) is an antiseptic solution designed for use in pre-surgical cleansing. It contains povidone-iodine as the active ingredient, which is effective against a wide range of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. The scrub is commonly used to clean and disinfect the skin, particularly before surgery or other medical procedures, to reduce the risk of infection.

Key Details:

• Active Ingredient: Povidone-iodine 7.5% (equivalent to 0.75% available iodine).
• Formulation: Surgical scrub solution.
• Size: 50ml bottle.

Uses:

• Pre-surgical antiseptic: Used for disinfecting hands and skin before surgical procedures to reduce the risk of infection.
• Hand scrubbing: Often used by medical professionals for scrubbing hands and forearms before surgery.
• Wound preparation: May be used to disinfect skin around a wound or surgical site.

How to Use:

1. Hand scrubbing:
   • Apply a small amount of the scrub to your hands.
   • Lather and scrub thoroughly, ensuring that all surfaces of the hands, including between fingers and under nails, are cleaned.
   • Rinse off thoroughly with water.
2. Skin preparation:
   • Apply the scrub to the area of skin to be disinfected.
   • Massage it gently into the skin to create a lather.
   • Allow it to remain on the skin for a short time (around 2 minutes) before rinsing off with water.

Precautions:

• Do not swallow: Betadine Surgical Scrub is for external use only.
• Avoid contact with eyes: If accidental contact occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
• Allergy to iodine: Do not use if you are allergic to iodine or any other ingredients in the scrub.
• Pregnancy and lactation: Consult with a healthcare provider before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Not for prolonged use: This product is designed for short-term use, primarily in medical settings.

Always follow the directions for use provided on the product packaging or as advised by your healthcare professional.