Betadine® disinfection contains an active ingredient - iodine. Betadine® is a microbicidal agent without any known resistance. Elemental iodine (I2) is well known as highly effective microbicide that in vitro quickly kills bacteria, viruses, fungi and even some protozoa. Betadine® is available in form of solution or ointment. Betadine®, 100 mg/ml skin solution For external use, suitable for disinfecting the skin and mucous membranes. The active substance is povidonum iodinatum. Betadine®, 100 mg/g ointment Ointment for disinfection for external use. The active substance is povidonum iodinatum.