BETADINE ANTISEPTIC DRY POWDER SPRAY 55G

This medicine is used to prevent infection of minor skin injuries. it contains a medicine called povidone-iodine which is an antiseptic that kills germs.this medicine is available as a spray that is applied to the affected areas of the skin.do not apply this medicine on large areas of broken skin or severe burns.speak to your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse during treatment with this medicine.before using betadine dry powder spray.this medicine may not be suitable for everyone and some people must never have it. check the leaflet that comes with your medicine to make sure that the medicine is suitable before having it.always get advice from a healthcare professional before having this medicine if:you are allergic or sensitive to or have had a reaction to any of the ingredients in the medicine or to iodine.this medicine is for a child under two years of age.you have thyroid problems.you have kidney problems.medicines interactions.if you are taking more than one medicine they may interact with each other. before using this medicine consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, taking or have recently taken any other medicines including vitamins, supplements and herbal or complementary preparations.the following medicines may interact with this medicine:lithium.possible side effects of betadine dry powder spray.most medicines can cause some side-effects but not everyone having the same medicine will get the same side-effects.the following side-effects have been associated with people having this medicine:local irritation or sensitivity reactions - stop using this medicine if you get these type of reactions.metabolic acidosis, kidney problems, and thyroid problems - these usually only happen if this medicine is used for a long period of time on a large area of broken skin.pregnancy and breast-feeding.if you are trying to become pregnant, are pregnant, or are breast-feeding, you should seek medical advice before having this medicine.other important information.make sure that you read the leaflet that comes with your medicine to check what dose you should apply and if there is anything that you need to do if you apply more than the recommended dose. if you are in any doubt about whether this medicine is suitable for you, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.this medicine is for external use only. you should not inhale this medicine, spray it into body cavities or spray it in your eyes.keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.