How to treat a wound
3 Easy steps to treat a wound 20, 21, 22
Clean the wound gently to remove any debris and germs.
Apply a small amount of BETADINE® Cream or Ointment to the wound.
Cover the wound with a sterile bandage or plaster to prevent entry of germs.
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
First Aid Kit essentials to have at home
In case of an emergency, a well-stocked first aid kit should be on hand, so you can deal with minor accidents and injuries at home. Here are some suggested items you can include28:
- Plasters in a variety of different sizes and shapes
- Small, medium and large sterile gauze dressings
- At least 2 sterile eye dressings
- Triangular bandages
- Crepe rolled bandages
- Safety pins
- Disposable sterile gloves
- Tweezers
- Scissors
- Alcohol-free cleansing wipes
- Sticky tape
- Thermometer (preferably digital)
- Skin rash cream, such as hydrocortisone or calendula
- 1 antiseptic ointment for burns (i.e. BETADINE® Antiseptic Ointment)
- 1 bottle of antiseptic solution for cuts and abrasions (i.e. BETADINE® Antiseptic Solution)
- Painkillers such as paracetamol
- Antihistamine cream or tablets
- Distilled water for cleaning wounds
- Eye wash and eye bath
- First aid instruction booklet
Try to separate everything into pouches to keep things organised in case of an emergency. Also, remember to regularly check the expiry dates on your products and replace when necessary. Keep a list of everything in your first aid kit to make it easier for restocking.28
Betadine®Antiseptics
Minor Wounds and Burns