Betadine Gargle Mint Ointment is used for Chronic wounds Cold sores Oral hygiene Vagina infection Infection in wounds Wound infection and other conditions Betadine Gargle Mint Ointment may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide Betadine Gargle Mint Ointment contains Povidone Iodine Topical as an Active ingredient Betadine Gargle Mint Ointment works by killing the bacteria