Sign in to your account
or
By signing in you agree to our
Terms & conditions
 and 
Privacy policy
Sku Image
Sku Image
sold out tag

Betadine AD Shampoo

Povidone Iodine (4% w/v)
Genuine
Authenticity Assured
Betadine AD Shampoo is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent used for the prevention and treatment of wound infection. It helps treat infections of the scalp associated with dandruff, itching, scaling, and redness of the scalp.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS,
Last updated on 07 Jan 2026 | 03:33 PM (IST)
MRP ₹95.63
We do not facilitate sale of this product at present
 
 
0
footer-icon

Save more with additional offers

offer icon
Pay with Amazon Pay Balance and get cashback up to Rs. 75 with minimum cashback of Rs. 15
Pay with Amazon Pay Balance and get cashback up to Rs. 75 with minimum cashback of Rs. 15
chevron icon
offer icon
Earn cashback up to Rs.75 with Amazon Pay Later
Earn cashback up to Rs.75 with Amazon Pay Later
chevron icon
offer icon
Get upto Rs.500 Cashback on minimum transaction of Rs.999/- with Mobikwik Wallet.
Get upto Rs.500 Cashback on minimum transaction of Rs.999/- with Mobikwik Wallet.
chevron icon
offer icon
Pay with Amazon Pay Balance and get cashback up to Rs. 75 with minimum cashback of Rs. 15
Pay with Amazon Pay Balance and get cashback up to Rs. 75 with minimum cashback of Rs. 15
chevron icon
offer icon
Earn cashback up to Rs.75 with Amazon Pay Later
Earn cashback up to Rs.75 with Amazon Pay Later
chevron icon
offer icon
Get upto Rs.500 Cashback on minimum transaction of Rs.999/- with Mobikwik Wallet.
Get upto Rs.500 Cashback on minimum transaction of Rs.999/- with Mobikwik Wallet.
chevron icon
offer icon
Get upto Rs.150 Cashback on minimum transaction of Rs.599/- with Mobikwik UPI.
Get upto Rs.150 Cashback on minimum transaction of Rs.599/- with Mobikwik UPI.
chevron icon
offer icon
Assured cashback up to ₹300 on minimum payment of ₹300 using Paytm UPI*
Assured cashback up to ₹300 on minimum payment of ₹300 using Paytm UPI*
chevron icon

General Information

The content is shown in English
Betadine AD Shampoo image
Betadine AD Shampoo image

Product introduction

Betadine AD Shampoo is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. Apply sufficient amount onto the scalp and massage it well. Allow it to remain on the scalp for about 5 minutes before washing it off. Use it regularly to get the maximum benefit from the medicine.

Use of this medicine may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. You should stop using it if you have any signs of an allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, hives, itching, shortness of breath, cough, swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.

This medicine should not be used in children under two years of age. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Uses of Betadine Shampoo

  • Treatment and prevention of Wound infection

Benefits of Betadine Shampoo

Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Betadine AD Shampoo is a versatile antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of infection. Betadine AD Shampoo kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes, thereby preventing abrasions, cuts, and wounds, or any break in the skin from getting infected. The antiseptic effect is caused due to the slow release of iodine. Keep the affected area clean and use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Betadine Shampoo

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Betadine
  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Betadine Shampoo

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.

How Betadine Shampoo works

Betadine AD Shampoo is an antiseptic. It kills harmful infection causing microorganisms. This is how it works to prevent and treat infections.

Quick tips

  • Betadine AD Shampoo is an antiseptic that helps treat and prevent infections.
  • Apply a small amount to the affected area after cleaning it properly.
  • Avoid contact with eyes and nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
  • Do not use it on burnt, broken or inflamed skin.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

No interaction found/established
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

No interaction found/established
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

No interaction found/established
Driving

Driving

No interaction found/established
Kidney

Kidney

No interaction found/established
Liver

Liver

No interaction found/established

Frequently asked questions

Betadine AD Shampoo can be used as an antiseptic to treat or prevent infections in wounds such as ulcers, small burns or cuts, and other minor injuries. However, take special care if you are applying Betadine AD Shampoo on open large wounds or where the skin is broken like burns. The reason being there may be a risk of excessive absorption of iodine in the blood which may increase to toxic levels.
Betadine AD Shampoo has a natural golden brown color which stains the area where you have applied it. It does not however, permanently stain your skin and fingernails. The stain can be easily removed from your clothes with soap and water.
Betadine AD Shampoo is used in the treatment and prevention of infection in wounds including cuts, small areas of burn, ulcers and minor injuries. Do not use this medicine on deep wounds and clean surgical wounds.
Clean the affected area and apply a small amount of the medicine to it. You can then cover it with a sterile bandage. You can apply this medicine 1 to 3 times daily. However, do not use it for longer than 1 week.
Using Betadine AD Shampoo over a large area or for a long time may sometimes cause problems with your thyroid. Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction include weight loss, increased appetite, sweating, lack of energy, and weight gain. If you notice such symptoms, contact your doctor who may advise you to stop using Betadine AD Shampoo.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Iodophor compounds

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

OTHERS

Action Class

Antiseptics & Disinfectants

References

  1. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 1139.
  2. Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
100% genuine products
100% genuine products
Safe & secure payments
Safe & secure payments
No contact delivery
No contact delivery
Fully sanitized facilities
Fully sanitized facilities

User feedback

Once A Day
52%
Twice A Week
15%
Alternate Day
12%
Twice A Day
10%
Thrice A week
7%
Once A Week
2%
Thrice A Day
1%
Infections
59%
Others
41%
Excellent
58%
Average
29%
Poor
14%
No Side Effect
87%
Increased level of thyroid hormones
7%
Renal impairment
7%
With or without food
67%
With food
22%
Empty stomach
11%
Average
50%
Expensive
39%
Not Expensive
11%
<h3 class=titleMediumExtraBold>Want to know more</h3>

Want to know more

We provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information
<h3 class=titleMediumExtraBold>Have issue with the content</h3>

Have issue with the content

Disclaimer

Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.

Marketer details

Name: Win-Medicare Pvt Ltd
Address: 1309, 14th Floor, Madi Tower, 98, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110019

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
close sheet