Betadine or Nolvasan (chlorhexidine)

[zesty_17]

What do you use/recommend using and why?

I have always sided towards chlorhexidine because of cautionary literature of using betadine on softshell turtles- but would enjoy your views on this. I have also used nolvasan on amphibians with some success as well, and however use either method exchangeably on crocodilians.

 

[Maggie Cummings]

Betadine kills white blood cells and that's what needed for regrowth. I was always taught to use the Betadine first then use Nolvasan if of course we are talking about shell rot...I like Nolvasan...

 

[Yvonne G]

I use them both, however, I only use the Betadyne once, the very first use. After that I use the chlorhexidine.

 

[HLogic]

Chlorhexidine. More effective than povidone iodine and less toxic to eukaryotic cells - just keep it away from eyes (long term) and meninges...