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Betadine (a.k.a. 10% Povidone-Iodine sol) should never be used "full strength" from the bottle into an open wound. In clinics and hospitals, it is always diluted further. The reason this is done is because "full strength" is still considered caustic to tissue. The only time it can be used directly is when the skin is still intact,


Hmm. I had just read this Betadine FAQ which lead me to think that using it "full strength" was not only OK, but recommended:

http://woundcare.org/newsvol2n2/ar1.htm

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Q. Does Betadine Solution "dry" or "blister" wounds?
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A. No. Betadine Solution does not dry or blister skin or wounds. Betadine Solution is film-forming and leaves a protective antiseptic film over wounds and skin which decreases microbial counts and subsequently provides excellent antimicrobial substantivity for several hours.

Q. Should Betadine Solution ever be diluted when treating wounds?
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A. The use of full-strength Betadine Solution on wounds has been proven to be safe and effective.

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We therefore recom- mend the use of full-strength Betadine Solution on wounds and skin injuries.
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Hmm.

-john