BETADINE® Health Answers

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 BETADINE^TM 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 BETADINE^TM 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 BETADINE^TM 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.