Betadine ointment

Betadine is a widely recognized brand of antiseptic products containing povidone-iodine. The brand was originally developed in the United States by Mundipharma/Purdue Pharma in the mid-20th century. Today, Betadine is manufactured and distributed globally through various licensed partners and regional pharmaceutical companies.

In Central and Eastern Europe, the brand is frequently associated with Egis Pharmaceuticals, a major Hungarian pharmaceutical company. While the brand concept and original formulation are American, specific batches like the one pictured are manufactured by Egis in Hungary. Ownership of the brand rights varies by region, with Mundipharma holding global rights in many territories, while regional companies like Egis handle production and distribution for their specific markets. Servier, a French international pharmaceutical company, is the ultimate owner of Egis Pharmaceuticals.