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Betadine Cold Sore TM
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Active ingredients: povidone-iodine
Pack: Betadine Cold Sore 10% ointment, 7.5 g, tube
Brand name
(ARTG)
: BETADINE COLD SORE OINTMENT povidone-iodine 100mg/mL tubeWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the treatment of cold sores. Betadine Cold Sore Ointment, if applied at the first signs of a cold sore (usually itching or tingling sensation) can help to check the infection. They can inactivate the virus, thus reducing the risk of spread of infection.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Ointment
- Topical
- A brown viscous ointment
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 7.5g pack
- 7.5g (E) pack
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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