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Povidone Iodine

Dosage form
SOLUTION
Labeler
Amerisource Bergen
Label updated
2026-06-04
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
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ACTIVE INGREDIENT

Povidone Iodine,10% w/v (equivalent to 1% titratable iodine)

PURPOSE

Antiseptic

USE

First aid antiseptic to help prevent the risk of infection in minor cuts, scrapes and burns.

WARNINGS

For external use only.

Do not

  • use in the eyes
  • use on individuals who are allergic or sensitive to iodine
  • apply over large areas of the body

Discontinue use and ask a doctor

  • if condition persists or gets worse
  • for use longer than 1 week

Ask a doctor in case of

  • deep or puncture wounds
  • animal bites
  • serious burns

Keep out of reach of children

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

DIRECTIONS
  • Clean the affected area
  • Apply a small amount of this product to the area 1-3 times daily
  • May be covered with a sterile bandage
  • If bandaged, let dry first
Label information


OTHER INFORMATION

Store at room temperature: 15° - 30° C (59° - 86° F)

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS

citric acid

dibasic sodium phosphate

nonoxynol-9

glycerin

purified water

sofium hydroxide

Questions


Questions or comments?

1-800-662-3435

www.goodneighborpharmacy.com

Label information

Updated to match new label.

LABEL INFORMATION

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]


DailyMed Set ID: f69a5cec-04f2-4028-94c6-1f129d2de5a9 · Version 7
NDC: 24385-053