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Povidone Iodine

Dosage form
SWAB
Labeler
Rapid Care, Inc
Label updated
2021-10-14
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
See original label
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Active Ingredients

Povidone Iodine 10% (equivalent to 1% titratable iodine)

Purpose

Antiseptic

Uses
  • First Aid Antiseptic to help prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes or burns
  • For preparation of the skin prior to surgery
  • Helps reduce bacteria that can potentially cause skin infections
Warnings

For external use only

Do Not Use
  • in the eyes
  • as a first aid antiseptic for more that 1 week
  • over large areas of the body
Ask a doctor in case of
  • deep or puncture wounds
  • animal bites
  • serious burns
Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • if irritation and redness develop.
  • condition worsens or persists for more thatn 72 hours.
Keep out of reach of children.

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

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 bandage, let dry first
Other Information
  • Store at room temperature
  • Avoid excessive heat

Inactive ingredient

Nonoxynol-9, water

RapidCare - Providone Iodine - 1pc

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: b66aeafe-c31e-307c-e053-2995a90a824c · Version 2
NDC: 73659-008