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Povidone Iodine Gel Swabstick

OTC Topical RxCUI 312562
Contents

Overview

Active ingredient
Povidone-Iodine
Established class
Antiseptic
Chemical structure
Iodine
Route
Topical
Label date
2026-01-08

Indications and usage

Use(s)

  • For preparation of the skin prior to surgery
  • First aid to help prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns
  • For venipuncture skin preparation

Purpose

Antiseptic

Dosage and administration

Directions

  • Tear at notch
  • Remove applicator
  • Use only once As a first aid antiseptic:
  • Clean affected area
  • Apply 1 to 3 times daily
  • May be covered with a sterile bandage
  • If bandaged, let dry first For preoperative patient skin preparation:
  • Clean area
  • Apply to operative site prior to surgery For Venipuncture skin preparation:
  • Hold the swabstick at an angle and begin scrubbing in a circular motion over a 1-inch area, directly over the venipuncture site. Continue this for a minimum of 30 seconds.
  • After scrubbing for 30 seconds, and using the same applicator, begin at the venipuncture site and move gradually outward in concentric circles to form a total prepped area measuring at least 3 inches in diameter.
  • Allow site to dry for approximately 30 seconds.
  • If the patient bend the arm, or if prepared site is touched with the fingers or with any other non-sterile object, the complete preparation must be repeated.

Warnings

For External Use Only

Do not use

  • In the eyes or over large areas of the body
  • Longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor

Ask a doctor before use if

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • Deep or puncture wounds
  • Animal bites
  • Serious burns

Stop use and ask a doctor if

and ask a doctor if Condition persists or gets worse

Active ingredient (label)

Povidone-Iodine 10%

Inactive ingredients

s Demineralized Water, Disodium Phosphate Anhydrous, Glycerin, Natrozole HHR

Storage and handling

Other Information

  • Store at room temperature 15º-30ºC (59º-86ºF)
  • Avoid excessive heat

Keep out of reach of children

of children If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (800-222-1222) right away.