1. Name Of The Medicinal Product
Betadine Skin Cleanser.
2. Qualitative And Quantitative Composition
Povidone Iodine USP 4.00% w/v.
3. Pharmaceutical Form
Topical aqueous solution.
4. Clinical Particulars
4.1 Therapeutic Indications
Acne vulgaris of the face and neck. For general disinfection of the skin (as a liquid soap).
4.2 Posology And Method Of Administration
Route of administration: Topical. Adults, the elderly and children over 2 years: Apply directly or with moistened sponge to the affected areas and work up a rich lather. Allow to remain on the skin for 3-5 minutes then rinse off thoroughly with warm water and dry with a clean or sterile towel or gauze. Repeat twice daily. Infants under 2 years: Limit use to 2-3 days.
4.3 Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to iodine. History of abnormal thyroid function or goitre.
4.4 Special Warnings And Precautions For Use
Do not use on broken skin. Iodine is absorbed through burns and broken skin and, to a lesser extent, through intact skin. Restrict use in infants to 2-3 days.
4.5 Interaction With Other Medicinal Products And Other Forms Of Interaction
None known.
4.6 Pregnancy And Lactation
Use in pregnancy and lactation should be limited and although no adverse effects are anticipated from such limited usage, caution is recommended and the therapeutic benefit must be balanced against the possible effects of the absorption of iodine on foetal thyroid function.
4.7 Effects On Ability To Drive And Use Machines
None known.
4.8 Undesirable Effects
If local irritation or sensitivity develops, then discontinue treatment.
4.9 Overdose
Treatment: In the case of deliberate or accidental ingestion of large quantities of Betadine, symptomatic and supportive treatment should be provided with special attention to electrolyte balance and renal and thyroid function.
5. Pharmacological Properties
5.1 Pharmacodynamic Properties
Betadine Skin Cleanser contains povidone iodine, a complex of iodine which shows all the broad-spectrum germicidal activity of elemental iodine. The germicidal activity is maintained in the presence of exfoliative debris and infected lesions whilst the colour persists. Betadine Skin Cleanser kills bacteria, viruses, fungi, spores and protozoa.
5.2 Pharmacokinetic Properties
The product is intended for topical application.
5.3 Preclinical Safety Data
Not applicable.
6. Pharmaceutical Particulars
6.1 List Of Excipients
Purified water; potassium iodate; NPPE ester; lauric diethanolamide; Natrosol HXR; Vah Floral Perfume No 2; sodium hydroxide.
6.2 Incompatibilities
None known.
6.3 Shelf Life
36 months
6.4 Special Precautions For Storage
Store at a temperature not exceeding 25oC.
6.5 Nature And Contents Of Container
Polypropylene container with polypropylene lid containing 250ml.
6.6 Special Precautions For Disposal And Other Handling
None stated.
7. Marketing Authorisation Holder
Medlock Medical Limited, Tubiton House, Medlock Street, Oldham, OL1 3HS.
8. Marketing Authorisation Number(S)
PL 21248/0015.
9. Date Of First Authorisation/Renewal Of The Authorisation
30th March 2005.
10. Date Of Revision Of The Text
May 2006.
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