I had a mouth ulcer last week just behind my tongue and it really gave me a hard time eating, drinking and speaking at the same time. I flipped through every page of my drug handbook to look for a better cure. That is when I found- Betadine (Povidone Iodine), an oral antiseptic intentionally made to treat sore throat and mouth ulcer. I was surprised that the solution has its oral antiseptic version. I usually use Betadine solution to treat cuts and wounds. Just the same, this variant contains
a safe but potent dose of Povidone Iodine, a form of iodine known to be effective as a germicide. It is also indicated as a breath freshener and a prophylaxis after a tooth extraction.
I immediately went to the nearest drug store and asked for one. At first, I was skeptical in using the product because of its dark red color. I thought it might stain my teeth and gums. In addition to that, it has a contraindication for people ...
