Betadine Douche Solution- 138 Questions Answered

Hello, I have candida albicans infection in my vigina with white discharge. I counselted a doctor and she gave me advice to do douching. My question is what liquid to use for douching and how often do I douching?

Asked for Female, 21 Years 546 Views v

Dr. Manju Kumari Obstetrician | Hyderabad

Donot do douching it will increase the infection.Better consult to gynaecologist in person and get examined by her.She will prescribe some oral medicine and vaginal suppository. ... Read More

I'm wondering if it's possible to douche too much. not so much too often, but too much water inside at a time

Asked for Male, 22 Years 286 Views v

Dr. Syed Saquib Psychiatrist | Nagpur

Yes it is possible cos it's elastic tissue. However you should avoid doing it as it has more harms than benefits to douching. ... Read More

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I had recently a laparoscopic surgery so can I use betadine to clean the belly button? Coz the residue of cream is still there so can I use betadine to clean the place?

Asked for Female, 33 Years 548 Views v

Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | Pune

Yes u may use ... Read More

How to use betadine solution for fissure want to mix with sitz bath are we can apply direct to anal area with hand

Asked for Male, 27 Years 1199 Views v

Dr. Raveendran S R Diabetologist | Chennai

HI i can understand your concern you need to pour in a water enough for you to soak your below abdomen and above thighs ... Read More

Hi Iam in my 22 week pregnancy and getting repeated infection and white discharge. Doctor has advised douching twice a week. Just wanted to know if this is safe ? Anything I can do to prevent it from repeating/growing.

Asked for Male, 37 Years 149 Views v

Dr. S K Wadhwa Gynecologist | Lucknow

I don't recommend any douching during pregnancy. You should use any vaginal creams as prescribed by your Doctor. ... Read More

I douched with peroxide and now my Inner labia is red and splotchy. It doesnt hurt its just splotchy red

Asked for Female, 18 Years 168 Views v

Dr. Reena Kawatra General Physician | Gurgaon

This will fade away with time ,take Allegra along with anti inflammatory Medicines if required. ... Read More

I want to know how to use povidone iodine germicide gargle. I went to the ent hospital and they give me thi betadine

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Dr. Swathi S Aithal Family and Community Medicine Specialist | Bangalore

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Hello.. Well you just have to take 5 ml of it or put into the cup and then take it into your mouth and start gargling.it will irritate your mouth but then it will help in reducing the inflammation...d ... Read More

Neosporin power or betadine tube is better for wounds on knees and elbow due to fall on road ? Betadine is pasted along with dressing (dressing to cover) on the wound which is sticking to it and painful at the time of redressing the wound. And Neosporin powder is spread over open wound.

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Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar General Physician | Mumbai

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ... Read More

I am Shobha, gargled betadine solution without dilution today. Can you please advice me what are the effects of doing so.

Asked for Female, 26 Years 634 Views v

Dr. Jatin Soni Family Physician | Mumbai

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Nothing unusual should happen but if you feel pain or throat irritation then take tablet dolo650 and review with findings ... Read More

After gargling with betadine gargle mouth wash can I swallow my saliva? It will cause any problem. Because I'm getting excess saliva need to spit out so what should i do?

Asked for Male, 0 Years 664 Views v

Dr. Anindita Saha General Physician | Agartala

No problem.. You can properly wash ur mouth and swallow ur saliva and eat food ... Read More

Hi Doctor, I gargled with 10% betadine and accidentally consumed about 5-10ml of it. My throat was already burning before it so cant say it is more or not now. I had a very yellow colored urine once only. No other symptom or reaction. Any harm that could happen to me or any precaution to take please let me know?

Asked for Male, 32 Years 347 Views v

Dr. Swaroop Karumuthil ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | New Delhi

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Not to worry Drink more water Will be fine ... Read More

Hi, Iam recently diagnosed with simple fistula doc advised for sitz bath.. Which is good to use dettol or betadine solution, to avoid infection is thr any other option pls let know. Iam under ivf treatment waiting for embroyo transfer nxt month

Asked for Female, 32 Years 287 Views v

Dr. Mohammed Rehan Khan Urologist | Bangalore

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Hello doctor I have tongue ulcer. I go to dental checkup. Doctor tell it is due to stomach problem or sharp teeth. It rub betadine on my tongue both side. I accidentally swallow without rinse with water. Is there is any serious issue or not ?? After that I wash my mouth 4 times but there is metallic taste in my mouth. Please suggest dentist use reg

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Asked for Male, 25 Years 93 Views v

Dr. Vrishti Bansal Dentist | Noida

Swallowing betadiene does not create any problem ... Read More

I have used betadine gargle for 10 days in a row for times and doctor again asked me to use for 5 days with 2 times what will happen if we use that for a long time

Asked for Female, 22 Years 167 Views v

Dr. Baisali Sarkar ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Kolkata

Nothing ... Read More

Helo my ent prescribed betadine gargle for 10 days i did gargle 2 times with betadine and 2 times with salt water now my tongue discolored as brown is it wrong what i did i am worried

Asked for Female, 22 Years 307 Views v

Dr. Jinoraj R ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Bangalore

Stop betadine ... Read More

Hi, I have pregnancy of 5th month. After my lap choly my doctor told me to use betadine to clean surgical wounds. Can i use it in my belly button cleaning, is it safe?

Asked for Female, 30 Years 300 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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I rinsed my mouth a couple of times with Betadine gargle. I am currently completing a course of Almox 500, Calpol 650, and Veloz D. Just want to know if it's safe that I did that please?

Asked for Female, 23 Years 396 Views v

Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar General Physician | Mumbai

Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ... Read More

I did a couple of mouth rinses with Betadine gargle. I'm currently completing a course of Almox 500, Calpol 650 and Veloz D. Just want to know if the gargle was safe please?

Asked for Female, 23 Years 154 Views v

Dr. Adhavan Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Chennai

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It is safe ... Read More

4 weeks back, I had perianal abscess drainage surgery, which has now healed. Post operation, i used to do sitz bath with Betadine 10% mixed in the water (10ml in 2ltr water), 3 times a day. I started developing redness and irritation around the anus. To reduce the irritation, i started applying Cremagel L, but the irritation did not reduce. Later,

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Asked for Male, 34 Years 368 Views v

Dr. Mohammed Saquib Patel Gastroentrology Surgeon | Bijapur

Its not a reaction from betadine. Replenish your micronutrient deficiency with some B complex and Zinc supplements which will give strength to the skin and aid in healing. Don't strain too much while ... Read More

Hi, im 37 weeks pregnant and have small wound on tummy from scratching.. is it ok for me to apply betadine on it?

Asked for Female, 27 Years 405 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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My brother had swallowed almost 1 cap of betadine gargle almost 4 hours ago. What should we do please help us

Asked for Male, 17 Years 144 Views v

Dr. Saurabh Tiwari Neuropsychiatrist | Lucknow

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If you feel uneasiness then go to nearby emergency center. ... Read More

I accidentally swallowed a little bit of betadine gargle 2% Diluted 10ml with water. Should I be worried ?

Asked for Female, 26 Years 382 Views v

Dr. Kishor Sharma General Physician | Pune

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No not to worry ... Read More

I am 18 weeks and 5 days pregnant.became covid positive 2 days back.is it safe to use betadine gargle and taximo200 in pregnancy

Asked for Female, 30 Years 566 Views v

Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | Pune

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Yes ... Read More

Hello sir yesterday night by mistake i was gargling with betadine standard solution instead of betadine gargling solution.After I found wrong gargling I gargle with hot water.what should I do now.shall I consult general physician or dentist please advise.i don't have any Symptoms

Asked for Male, 36 Years 411 Views v

Dr. Harsh Upadhyay General Physician | Lucknow

Do not worry if you don't have any symptoms. If any symptom arises, consult a general physician at your convenience. Do not panic just be vigilant next time. ... Read More

By mistake I have drunk one tab betadine solution. Do I need to Vomit it. I am not feeling anything wrong.but I am scared.

Asked for Male, 30 Years 399 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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Hi I was advised to gargle and use betadine liquid for it.mistakingly it was mixed with water and I consumed it 2-3 times. Is it harmful? please reply

Asked for Female, 33 Years 497 Views v

Dr. Deepak Agarwal General Physician | Muzaffarnagar

No, But you can feel some gastric upset. I understand your problem and would like to help you. Kindly consult to me via chat or call for detailed History and further treatment plan. Thanks ... Read More

Good morning My daughter aged 21 kg and 8.5 yrs has been prescribed betadine solution for gargling three times a day .Is it safe for this age kids?Thanking you

Asked for Male, 39 Years 181 Views v

Dr. Sanjay Raut Pediatrician | Pune

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Yes is she able to to gargle Use very small quantity mix with luke warm water ... Read More

I got penis gland crack which bleed at night erection only after i used betadine ointmenr after 10 days of circumcision ...betadine caused dryness and hardness ...why this is happening . now i am doing dressing .

Asked for Male, 24 Years 376 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

It seems bacterial infection. Stop using betadin ... Read More

Hi, swallowed certain amount of betadine by mistake. I was supposed to have my other cough medicine (chericof syrup) but swallowed betadine by mistake as I picked the wrong bottle and didn't pay attention. I got worried so when and intentionally tried to throw up. Don't know how much of it came out. But will it do any harm to me? Please help.

Asked for Female, 27 Years 646 Views v

Dr. Sahana General Practitioner | Mumbai

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Not to worry .just take oral fluids. And next time pay attention and check the medicine before consuming. ... Read More

Hello doctor 6 days I had normal delivery. There are episiotomy stitches. I am feeling burning sensation near stitches. Can I apply betadine 10% Ointment on stitches to relief from pain.

Asked for Female, 30 Years 413 Views v

Dr. Panchani Gynecologist | Surat

Hi Thnxs for your question Betadine is antiseptics not pain reliever. If you have pain than complete examination is required for diagnosis and treatment. For further guidance on it Use my online consu ... Read More

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Hello, I have candida albicans infection in my vigina with white discharge. I counselted a doctor and she gave me advice to do douching. My question is what liquid to use for douching and how often do I douching?

I'm wondering if it's possible to douche too much. not so much too often, but too much water inside at a time

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

I had recently a laparoscopic surgery so can I use betadine to clean the belly button? Coz the residue of cream is still there so can I use betadine to clean the place?

How to use betadine solution for fissure want to mix with sitz bath are we can apply direct to anal area with hand

Hi Iam in my 22 week pregnancy and getting repeated infection and white discharge. Doctor has advised douching twice a week. Just wanted to know if this is safe ? Anything I can do to prevent it from repeating/growing.

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Neosporin power or betadine tube is better for wounds on knees and elbow due to fall on road ? Betadine is pasted along with dressing (dressing to cover) on the wound which is sticking to it and painful at the time of redressing the wound. And Neosporin powder is spread over open wound.

I am Shobha, gargled betadine solution without dilution today. Can you please advice me what are the effects of doing so.

After gargling with betadine gargle mouth wash can I swallow my saliva? It will cause any problem. Because I'm getting excess saliva need to spit out so what should i do?

Hi, Iam recently diagnosed with simple fistula doc advised for sitz bath.. Which is good to use dettol or betadine solution, to avoid infection is thr any other option pls let know. Iam under ivf treatment waiting for embroyo transfer nxt month

I have used betadine gargle for 10 days in a row for times and doctor again asked me to use for 5 days with 2 times what will happen if we use that for a long time

Helo my ent prescribed betadine gargle for 10 days i did gargle 2 times with betadine and 2 times with salt water now my tongue discolored as brown is it wrong what i did i am worried

Hi, I have pregnancy of 5th month. After my lap choly my doctor told me to use betadine to clean surgical wounds. Can i use it in my belly button cleaning, is it safe?

I rinsed my mouth a couple of times with Betadine gargle. I am currently completing a course of Almox 500, Calpol 650, and Veloz D. Just want to know if it's safe that I did that please?

I did a couple of mouth rinses with Betadine gargle. I'm currently completing a course of Almox 500, Calpol 650 and Veloz D. Just want to know if the gargle was safe please?

Hi, im 37 weeks pregnant and have small wound on tummy from scratching.. is it ok for me to apply betadine on it?

My brother had swallowed almost 1 cap of betadine gargle almost 4 hours ago. What should we do please help us

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I am 18 weeks and 5 days pregnant.became covid positive 2 days back.is it safe to use betadine gargle and taximo200 in pregnancy

Hello sir yesterday night by mistake i was gargling with betadine standard solution instead of betadine gargling solution.After I found wrong gargling I gargle with hot water.what should I do now.shall I consult general physician or dentist please advise.i don't have any Symptoms

By mistake I have drunk one tab betadine solution. Do I need to Vomit it. I am not feeling anything wrong.but I am scared.

Hi I was advised to gargle and use betadine liquid for it.mistakingly it was mixed with water and I consumed it 2-3 times. Is it harmful? please reply

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