Benefits of BETADINE®
Mouthwash & Gargle
Up to 95 % of sore throats in adults and 70 % of those in children are caused by viruses, and only 20 % may be caused by bacteria. Using antibiotics to treat all sore throats would therefore have limited effect on most and may lead to antibiotic resistance – a scenario where inappropriate overuse of antibiotics allows bacteria to develop resistance to antibiotics. It is therefore important to limit the use of these important medicines and use alternative treatments for sore throats, such as an antiseptic gargle that can fight germs that may cause mouth and throat infections.29, 32
BETADINE® Mouthwash & Gargle
Effective against a broad range of germs
Povidone-iodine, the active molecule in BETADINE®, effectively kills bacteria, viruses, fungi and many other germs. 29
Does not cause bacterial resistance
Many bacteria become resistant to antibiotics. Even after extensive use of BETADINE® over 55 years, no bacterial resistance has yet been reported. 29
Fast and long-lasting action*
Povidone-iodine kills germs from 30 seconds and is effective for at least 4 hours. 29
* Individual response varies
BETADINE® Mouthwash & Gargle – targets the cause of painful mouth and throat infections from 30 seconds. Effective at the first sign of infection or as a daily mouthwash 29, 30
Can be used by adults and children over the age of 3, not to be swallowed. 30
As a gargle from the first sign of a sore throat, undiluted.
As a mouthwash for inflammation or infection in the mouth, undiluted.
Use as a daily mouthwash as part of your daily oral hygiene, diluted.
May cause skin/clothing staining – stains on skin and natural fabrics can be removed with soap and water; sodium thiosulfate may be used to remove stains on synthetic fabrics. 18
Throat and Mouth infections
4 Easy steps to treat a sore throat and infection in the mouth