Betadine Ointment, Povidone Iodine

Betadine Ointment is used as a treatment to prevent infections.

Betadine Ointment is known as an antiseptic. Povidone iodine liberates iodine in contact with the skin causing antiseptic action by killing bacteria.

Some of the potential side effects of Betadine Ointment can include the symptoms below;

Skin discolouration,
Increased level of thyroid hormones,
Decreased level of thyroid hormones in neonates,
Deep tissue toxicity,
Increased sodium level in blood,
Renal impairment,
Metabolic acidosis,
Mucous membrane toxicity,
Superficial keratitis