External yes. Internal, maybe in very very small amounts.
Povidone-iodine may elevate test results for bilirubin, uric acid, phosphorus, and potassium, and therefore is not recommended for use with dermal puncture
Yes, until now, there are not recorded contraindications for use of Povidone-Iodine antiseptic for diabetics
If a person is allergic to iodine, they should not use eye drops that contain povidone iodine. It is important to consult with a healthcare provider for alternative eye drop options that are safe for individuals with iodine allergies.
An alternative to iodine for disinfecting wounds is povidone-iodine, also known as betadine. In cooking, you can sometimes use sea salt or seaweed as substitutes for iodized salt.
Povidone iodine should be left on the skin for at least 2-3 minutes to effectively kill bacteria. It is important to follow the instructions provided by the product or healthcare professional for proper use.
Iodine is commonly found in antiseptic solutions such as povidone-iodine (Betadine) for wound cleaning, disinfecting skin before surgery, and as a surface disinfectant in healthcare settings. Iodine-based solutions can also be used to sanitize water in emergency situations.
Jatori is the herb use in Japan to heal the mouth sores.
No you can not. Drinking betadine will make you sick.
Probably not the best thing to use on cold sores around the mouth. It's more used to treat bacterial infections, and cold sores are caused by a virus. It may help heal the sores but you may not want to use it on your mouth as it could be toxic. Just get some over the counter cold sore cream to help heal te sores.
Mouth sores can be prevent by the regular use of anti-microbial mouthwashes. Use after brushing. If a sore is already present, an analgesic gel can be applied, and a cortico-steroid rinse may also be recommended by your doctor or dentist.
Probably not the best thing to use on cold sores, specially if they are around the mouth. That may aggravate your sores. The safest thing to use is over the counter cold sore creams like abreva.
You could use drops of iodine solution (Povidone-iodine may work)to estimate vitamin C in solutions. Estimate the number of drops/volume needed to titrate a known sample of vitamin C (a tablet). Then apply that to unknown samples.