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Brand Betadine 5%/100 ml Spray from Canada by Purdue

The brand Betadine 5%/100 ml spray comes from Canada by Purdue. It is available in the quantity of one unit.

Betadine Information

Betadine (Povidone Iodine) is an essential first-aid medicine used for preventing infections in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. It is also used to treat skin infections. It is also used to prepare and disinfect the skin and mucous membranes before surgery in a bid to prevent surgical infections. Its throat spray variant is also used for temporary relief of an occasional sore throat due to a throat infection. The active ingredient povidone-iodine is a chemical complex of polyvinylpyrrolidone (povidone) and iodine, and it belongs to the class of antiseptic agents called iodophors. The povidone acts as a carrier, slowly releasing the free iodine onto the skin. This iodine then swiftly penetrates the cell walls of various microorganisms (like bacteria, viruses, and fungi) and destroys them by disrupting key cellular components like proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. This broad-spectrum action helps prevent pathogens from colonizing an open injury, which could lead to wound infection and other complications. The rapid and comprehensive kill rate of povidone-iodine is what makes it such a reliable first-aid choice for infection control.

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Do I need a prescription to order Betadine 5 %/100 ml ?

No, a prescription is not required from your physician to order Betadine 5 %/100 ml.