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Betadine Douche
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Betadine Douche

Generic name:povidone iodine vaginalPO-vi-done-EYE-oh-dine-VAG-in-al ]
Brand names: Betadine Douche, Massengill Medicated Douche, Summers Eve
Drug classes:Antiseptic and germicides, Vaginal anti-infectives

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Mar 4, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Betadine Douche?

There are many brands and forms of povidone iodine vaginal available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Betadine Douche is used to provide temporary relief from minor vaginal irritation, soreness, or itching.

Betadine Douche should not be used to prevent pregnancy or sexually transmitted disease.

Betadine Douche may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Betadine Douche if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Betadine Douche is safe to use if you have:

  • kidney disease; or

  • a thyroid disorder.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant.

Do not use this medicine in a child or teenager without medical advice.

How should I use Betadine Douche?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.

Do not take by mouth. This medicine is for use only in the vagina.

Gently insert the applicator nozzle no more than 3 inches into your vagina. Squeeze the bottle slowly, while allowing the liquid to flow freely out of the vagina. Use this medicine while sitting on the toilet or standing in a tub or shower.

When treating an infection, you may be given antibiotic or antifungal medicine to take by mouth or use in the vagina. Use all medicines for the full prescribed length of time, even if your symptoms quickly improve.

You should not use Betadine Douche for longer than 7 days without medical advice. Follow all directions on the medicine label.

Call your doctor if you have new or worsening symptoms such as pelvic pain, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, yellow or foul-smelling vaginal discharge, painful and frequent urination, or genital sores.

Betadine Douche can stain skin and fabrics. You may use rubbing...