Betadine (Povidone-iodine) suppositories

Structure and Composition: 

Vaginal Suppositories

1 supp. contains povidone-iodine 200 mg

Excipients: Macrogol 1000

in blister 7 pcs. In the paper cartons 1 or 2 blisters.

Pharmacokinetics:

When applied topically hardly occurs iodine absorption from a mucous membrane.

Description of the pharmacological actions:

When released from a complex with PVP in contact with skin and mucous membranes, iodine reacts with proteins bacterial cell yodaminy, coagulates them and causes the death of microorganisms. It provides rapid bactericidal activity against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria (except for M. tuberculosis). Effective against fungi, viruses, protozoa.

Suppositories made on the basis of water-soluble and non-irritating.

Testimony:

The treatment of the following diseases and conditions:

• vaginitis (mixed, non-specific)
• bacterial vaginosis
• candidiasis
• trichomoniasis
• genital herpes
• preoperative preparation in obstetrics and gynecology.

Contraindications:

• hypersensitivity to iodine and other components of the drug
• dysfunction of the thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism) – see “Special Instructions” section.
• thyroid adenoma
• dermatitis herpetiformis Duhring
• the simultaneous use of radioactive iodine
• children’s age (up to 8 years).

Precautions: Pregnancy and lactation peridium.

Application of Betadine is not recommended with the 3rd month of pregnancy and during breast-feeding (if necessary, use is possible for the individual medical supervision).

Side effect:

Hypersensitivity reactions, redness, itching.

Drug Interactions:

Incompatible with other disinfectants and antiseptic agents, particularly those containing alkali, enzymes and mercury.

Dosage and administration:

Intravaginally, after pre-treatment of the sanitary 1 supp. injected deep into the vagina: in acute vaginitis – 1-2 times a day for 7 days at subacute and chronic vaginitis – 1 time a day at bedtime for 14 days (possibly longer).

Special instructions:

If any of the functions of thyroid medication may be used only as directed by a physician. It is necessary to carry out monitoring of thyroid function in newborns and infants fed breast milk, which is used Betadine mother.

The use of povidone-iodine is allowed with the neonatal period, but with the release form (vaginal suppositories), the drug is recommended for use from 8 years and to use caution when administered virgins.

Painting on the skin and tissues is easily washed off with water. After contact with the product should avoid contact with eyes.

During the application of suppositories can recommend the use of sanitary napkins.