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Expert answers to your most common health and hygiene questions — all in one place. Find trusted information on wound care, sore throat treatment, and feminine hygiene.

FEMININE CARE

9 Q&As
Regular soap, especially the scented soap and gels, can affect the healthy balance of bacteria and pH levels in your intimate area.

"Flora” is the term used to describe the microorganisms that live on or in our bodies.Some flora actually has a positive effect on our health, while others can multiply to become harmful. In the vagina, the normal flora actually helps prevent infections. The normal flora that live in our vaginal area is called lactobacilli. It protects women against infections in the feminine intimate area and keeps the normal vaginal flora intact. 

Sometimes, the vaginal flora becomes unbalanced, making it more likely for you to feel discomfort in your intimate area.

BETADINE® Feminine Care products are specially formulated to maintain vaginal hygiene and help keep the normal vaginal flora intact.
 
To manage vaginal cleanliness and prevent issues, it’s important to maintain the normal vaginal flora. BETADINE® Feminine Care products helps soothe, care, protect your intimate area and keeping the natural balance.

The Tri-Care+TM formula with prebiotics in both BETADINETM Daily Feminine Wash liquid and foam provides daily protection from unwanted symptoms associated with pH imbalance in the vagina. An imbalance in vagina pH could lead to discomfort.

Meanwhile, povidone-iodine, the active ingredient in both BETADINE® Feminine Care PVPI products, is used to against a wide spectrum of microorganisms. The good news is: BETADINE® Feminine Care PVPI products do not target just one type of microorganism, but cleanse the bad germs and allow the normal vaginal flora (good bacteria) to return swiftly.

For daily use:

Both BETADINETM Feminine Wash foam and liquid are to be used every day to cleanse and support your vagina's natural pH balance for natural protection.

Directions:
Dispense BETADINETM Feminine Wash foam or liquid onto your moist hands. Apply on your intimate area, then rinse thoroughly.

For feminine issues & discomfort:

BETADINE® Feminine Wash (contains povidone-iodine 10% w/v), an antiseptic feminine wash helps to relieve external genital itching and irritation. Also, to cleanse and deodorize after menstruation.

BETADINE® Feminine Wash with Douching Apparatus (contains povidone-iodine 10% w/v) is a rinse-off formula for cleansing and treatment of vaginitis due to fungi, protozoa, bacteria or a combination of bacteria. For intravaginal use.

BETADINE® Vagina Gel (contains povidone-iodine 10% w/v) disinfects the vagina pre and post-operation, and also treats acute and chronic vaginal infections.
 
Directions:
Please refer to the each product's direction to use.

Do:
Identify the cause – suspect infection by looking out for vaginal symptoms such as discharge with abnormal colour or amount.
Check for foreign objects like tampons or condoms after intimate sessions.
Wear cotton undergarments to encourage airflow and allow your vaginal area to breathe.
 
Don’t:
Use fragrant body washes and soaps as it can disrupt the pH balance of your vagina.
A vaginal infection (your doctor may call it bacteria vaginitis, yeast vaginitis, trichomoniasis vaginitis) is an infection that results in minor inflammation and other symptoms in and around your vagina. It may cause redness, swelling, irritation or even pain, abnormal vaginal discharge and odour. 
Vaginal infections are very common. They occur when infectious bacteria, viruses or fungi grow in or around the vagina.

Bacterial infections are the most common cause. They happen when there are changes in the types and amounts of bacteria normally found in the vagina.

Fungal infections like candida albicans are probably the next most common cause. Fungal infections are often called vaginal yeast infections.

Other possible causes of vaginal irritation include:

Tight nylon underwear that doesn’t provide good ventilation, resulting in perspiration and lack of air circulation
The use of contraceptives
The use of broad-spectrum antibiotics for the treatment of other infections
The use of vaginal deodorants
The lack of personal hygiene

Pregnant and lactating mothers are encouraged to avoid using the BETADINE® PVPI Feminine Wash due to the potential risks to the fetus/baby.

Povidone-iodine, which is the active ingredient in BETADINE® Feminine Wash PVPI, is naturally golden brown in colour. It will not stain your skin, fingernails or hair.

 
BETADINE® Feminine Wash PVPI products can also be washed off even if they into contact with your clothes. If you accidentally get some on natural fibres it can usually be easily washed off with water and soap. For man-made fibres, it can usually be washed off with the help of a stain remover.
 
CAUTION: Immediately wipe up spills on plastic floors.

 

MOUTH & THROAT

9 Q&As
Regular soap, especially the scented soap and gels, can affect the healthy balance of bacteria and pH levels in your intimate area.

"Flora” is the term used to describe the microorganisms that live on or in our bodies.Some flora actually has a positive effect on our health, while others can multiply to become harmful. In the vagina, the normal flora actually helps prevent infections. The normal flora that live in our vaginal area is called lactobacilli. It protects women against infections in the feminine intimate area and keeps the normal vaginal flora intact. 

Sometimes, the vaginal flora becomes unbalanced, making it more likely for you to feel discomfort in your intimate area.

BETADINE® Feminine Care products are specially formulated to maintain vaginal hygiene and help keep the normal vaginal flora intact.
 
To manage vaginal cleanliness and prevent issues, it’s important to maintain the normal vaginal flora. BETADINE® Feminine Care products helps soothe, care, protect your intimate area and keeping the natural balance.

The Tri-Care+TM formula with prebiotics in both BETADINETM Daily Feminine Wash liquid and foam provides daily protection from unwanted symptoms associated with pH imbalance in the vagina. An imbalance in vagina pH could lead to discomfort.

Meanwhile, povidone-iodine, the active ingredient in both BETADINE® Feminine Care PVPI products, is used to against a wide spectrum of microorganisms. The good news is: BETADINE® Feminine Care PVPI products do not target just one type of microorganism, but cleanse the bad germs and allow the normal vaginal flora (good bacteria) to return swiftly.

For daily use:

Both BETADINETM Feminine Wash foam and liquid are to be used every day to cleanse and support your vagina's natural pH balance for natural protection.

Directions:
Dispense BETADINETM Feminine Wash foam or liquid onto your moist hands. Apply on your intimate area, then rinse thoroughly.

For feminine issues & discomfort:

BETADINE® Feminine Wash (contains povidone-iodine 10% w/v), an antiseptic feminine wash helps to relieve external genital itching and irritation. Also, to cleanse and deodorize after menstruation.

BETADINE® Feminine Wash with Douching Apparatus (contains povidone-iodine 10% w/v) is a rinse-off formula for cleansing and treatment of vaginitis due to fungi, protozoa, bacteria or a combination of bacteria. For intravaginal use.

BETADINE® Vagina Gel (contains povidone-iodine 10% w/v) disinfects the vagina pre and post-operation, and also treats acute and chronic vaginal infections.
 
Directions:
Please refer to the each product's direction to use.

Do:
Identify the cause – suspect infection by looking out for vaginal symptoms such as discharge with abnormal colour or amount.
Check for foreign objects like tampons or condoms after intimate sessions.
Wear cotton undergarments to encourage airflow and allow your vaginal area to breathe.
 
Don’t:
Use fragrant body washes and soaps as it can disrupt the pH balance of your vagina.
A vaginal infection (your doctor may call it bacteria vaginitis, yeast vaginitis, trichomoniasis vaginitis) is an infection that results in minor inflammation and other symptoms in and around your vagina. It may cause redness, swelling, irritation or even pain, abnormal vaginal discharge and odour. 
Vaginal infections are very common. They occur when infectious bacteria, viruses or fungi grow in or around the vagina.

Bacterial infections are the most common cause. They happen when there are changes in the types and amounts of bacteria normally found in the vagina.

Fungal infections like candida albicans are probably the next most common cause. Fungal infections are often called vaginal yeast infections.

Other possible causes of vaginal irritation include:

Tight nylon underwear that doesn’t provide good ventilation, resulting in perspiration and lack of air circulation
The use of contraceptives
The use of broad-spectrum antibiotics for the treatment of other infections
The use of vaginal deodorants
The lack of personal hygiene

Pregnant and lactating mothers are encouraged to avoid using the BETADINE® PVPI Feminine Wash due to the potential risks to the fetus/baby.

Povidone-iodine, which is the active ingredient in BETADINE® Feminine Wash PVPI, is naturally golden brown in colour. It will not stain your skin, fingernails or hair.

 
BETADINE® Feminine Wash PVPI products can also be washed off even if they into contact with your clothes. If you accidentally get some on natural fibres it can usually be easily washed off with water and soap. For man-made fibres, it can usually be washed off with the help of a stain remover.
 
CAUTION: Immediately wipe up spills on plastic floors.

 

WOUND CARE

8 Q&As
Both antiseptic and disinfectant prevent the growth of disease-causing micro-organisms . 

Antiseptics are used as a treatment to cleanse cuts, scratches, burns, grazes or other minor injuries where the skin is broken, or as a preventive measure before piercing the skin (e.g. an injection). For this very reason, Povidone-Iodine (BETADINE®) has a wide range of antiseptic formats for your different needs.
You should not use an antiseptic that kills all germs but causes a skin reaction or affect would healing. On the other hand, an antiseptic that is gentle on the skin on wounds but does not kill germs will not prevent infection and may even prolong the wound healing process.
The main reason for using antiseptics on wounds is to prevent and treat infections, making the healing process faster. Infections can cause delays and prevent healing, or even worsen the wound condition.
BETADINE® uses a povidone-iodine solution to quickly kill the germs that cause wound infections. BETADINE® antiseptic is relatively free of irritation or stinging, making it easier to use on your kids.  Individual response varies.
The active ingredient in BETADINE® , Povidone-Iodine, is naturally a golden brown color. It will not stain your skin, fingernails or hair, although you can see where it’s been applied on the skin.

If you accidentally get BETADINE® on natural fibers it can usually be easily washed off with water and soap. For man-made fibers, BETADINE® can usually be washed off with the help of a stain remover.

CAUTION: Immediately remove spills from plastic floors.

BETADINE® Wound Care is an antiseptic, not an antibiotic. BETADINE® Wound Care range contains povidone-iodine that acts on germs that may cause wound infection14. These germs get killed before it has an opportunity to infect the wound. When you use it, you will know it always helps.

Water only removes physical debris lodged in flesh, unlike an antiseptic like BETADINE® that is used to kill surface germs and prevent infection13.

Additionally, the use of tap water to cleanse the wound would not be recommended in a country where a constant supply of potable drinking water is not available.32

7 Myths About Wound Care and Treatment

Jun 9, 2026, 22:30 PM
Title : 7 Myths About Wound Care and Treatment
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Published date : Jun 9, 2026, 00:00 AM

Scrapes and cuts must breathe? There is a lot of information about wound care shared online and through everyday advice. Understanding appropriate wound care practices can help support proper wound management and prevent wound infections.

Scrapes and cuts must breathe? There is a lot of information about wound care shared online and through everyday advice. Understanding appropriate wound care practices can help support proper wound management and prevent wound infections.

Key takeaways

Avoid disturbing the wound area unnecessarily during care


Myth 1.
Exposing wounds to air is always better

Airing out skin wounds to help them heal faster is a common myth. Contrary to popular belief, using dressings for wound care is beneficial as it shields the wound and reduces infection rates by minimizing exposure to harmful germs.


Myth 2. Wounds must stay dry

Some people believe that keeping a wound “dry” means avoiding the use of any liquid products on the wound. As part of routine wound care, it is important to cleanse the wound area first using products intended for wound cleansing, such as Betadine® PVP-I Antiseptic Liquid 10% W/V (MAL17085001XCZ), before covering it with a suitable dressing.


Myth 3. Any product can be used for wound cleaning or disinfection

Wound cleansing should be done using products that are specifically intended for wound care. Products not formulated for wound or skin use may not be suitable. Topical antiseptics formulated for skin use, such as Betadine® PVP-I Antiseptic Liquid 10% W/V (MAL17085001XCZ), are commonly used as part of routine wound cleansing.


Myth 4. Seawater is suitable for wound cleaning

Some people may consider using natural water sources to clean wounds. For routine wound care, it is advisable to cleanse wounds using products intended for wound care, such as Betadine® PVP-I Antiseptic Liquid 10% W/V (MAL17085001XCZ). BETADINE® Dry Powder Spray 2.5% W/W (MAL14055180XCZ) may be kept on hand as a convenient option for wound cleansing when on the go.


Myth 5. Bandages generate bacteria

This is a myth commonly shared among the people who believe that open air is good for wound care. The bandages prevent germs from getting into the new wound and create more comfort by reducing the chance of accidentally hurting the injured area.


Myth 6. Rip off the bandage

Ripping off the bandage can set back the wound recovery progress you have already made. Make sure you gently peel off bandages so as not to tear off delicate skin.


Myth 7. Remove scabs to improve wound management

Scabs may seem unsightly but much like with a bandage tearing them before they fall off may just revive the wound by reintroducing new bacteria into it.

KKLIU: 2033/ EXP 31.12.2028

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