Betadine is the brand name for the antiseptic povidone-iodine. It is used to prevent and treat bruises and skin infections. It is used to sanitize the skin before surgery, as it kills the bacteria, fungus, protozoa, and spores from the surface of the skin.
Poisonous Betadine - Uses and Risks
Povidone-iodine (Betadine) is normally safe and the primary cause of toxicity is large-scale, long-term topical povidone-iodine usage can cause harmful effects.
