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Povidone-Iodine Scrub Sterile

Dosage form
SWAB
Labeler
Cardinal Health 200, Inc
Label updated
2023-11-10
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
See original label
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Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Povidone-Iodine 7.5%

Purpose

Antiseptic

Use

• For preparation prior to surgery • Helps to reduce bacteria that can potentially cause skin infection

Warnings

​For external use only.

Do not apply to persons allergic to iodine

Do not use

• in the eyes

Ask a doctor before use if injuries are

• deep wounds • puncture wounds • serious burns

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• irritation and redness develop • condition persists for more than 72 hours • infection occurs

Avoid pooling beneath the patient.

Prolonged exposure to wet solution may cause skin irritation.

Keep out of reach of children.

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

Directions

Clean the area. Apply product to the operative site prior to surgery using sponge sticks to prep desired area.

Other information

• saturating solution contains 0.75% titratable iodine • latex free • for hospital or professional use only

Inactive ingredients

Citric Acid, Alkyl Glucoside, Nonoxynol-10, Glycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Potassium Iodide, Purified Water

Product Label

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: c1cdc3d3-e02a-42fb-9cb2-6a1b56a3c607 · Version 4
NDC: 63517-252