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Povidone Iodine 5 % Topical Solution

OTC Topical RxCUI 252965
Contents

Overview

Active ingredient
Povidone-Iodine
Established class
Antiseptic
Chemical structure
Iodine
Route
Topical
Label date
2025-01-06

Indications and usage

USE For preparation of the skin prior to surgery Helps reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection

INDIACATIONS AND USAGE Prolonged exposure to wet solution may cause irritation or, rarely, severe skin reactions In pre-operative prepping, avoid “pooling” beneath the patient

Purpose

Antiseptic

Dosage and administration

Dose Clean the area and apply product to the operative site prior to surgery. The solution can be used to irrigate the cornea and conjunctiva with a sterile bulb syringe prior to surgery. After the solution has been left in contact for two minutes flush the residual prep solution using a sterile saline solution.

Warnings

For External use only

Do not use

If you are allergic to povidone-iodine or any other ingredients in this preparation In the eyes

Stop use and ask a doctor if

Irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction occurs and lasts for 72 hours. These may be signs of a serious condition.

Active ingredient (label)

Povidone Iodine IP 5% w/v.

Inactive ingredients

Citric acid Disodium hydrogen O- phosphate, Potassium iodate Glycerin Purified water

Keep out of reach of children

OF CHILDREN If swallowed get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.