Betadine ointment is an antiseptic. It works for all kinds of skin infections i.e Bacterial,Viral and Fungal skin infections. It can be used on damaged skin such as bedsore, leg ulcer, superficial wounds, and burns, infected and superinfected dermatoses. In addition to these, treatment of common skin infections such as infected nails, tinea, and prevention of infection in minor burns, cuts, and abrasions.