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Povidone Iodine

Dosage form
LIQUID
Labeler
Humco Holding Group, Inc.
Label updated
2023-12-15
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
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Active Ingredient

Povidone-Iodine 5%

(0.5% available iodine)

Warnings

For external use only.

Do not use:
  • In the eyes
  • Over large areas of the body
  • If you are allergic to povidone-iodine or any other ingredients in this preparation
Ask a doctor before use if you have:
  • Deep or puncture wounds
  • Serious burns
  • Animal bites
Stop and ask a doctor if:
  • The condition persists or gets worse
  • You need to use this product for more that 1 week
Keep out of reach of children

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

Other Information

Store at 25°C (77°F); Excursions permitted between 15-30°C (59-86°F). Do not freeze.

Inactive ingredients:

citric acid, disodium phosphate, glycerin, poloxamer 407, potassium iodata, purified water, sodium hydroxide.

Directions:
  • Clean the affected area
  • Spray a small amount of product on the area 1 to 3 times daily
  • May be covered with a sterile bandage
  • If bandaged, let dry first
Uses

First aid to help prevent infection in minor

  • cuts
  • scrapes
  • burns
Purpose

Antiseptic

Label information

Drug Facts

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DailyMed Set ID: a7bb80c4-bbc0-21ea-e053-2995a90a52c1 · Version 4
NDC: 0395-9129