Povidone Iodine

Active Ingredients

Povidone Iodine, USP 7.5% (0.75% available Iodine)

Purpose

Antiseptic

Uses

For preparation of skin and mucous membranes prior to surgery

Warnings

For external use only

Avoid use on persons allergic to iodine

Stop use and ask a doctor if

Skin shows symptoms of irritation, sensitivity, redness, pain or swelling

Keep out of reach of children

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

Directions

Patient preoperative prep

use full strength

apply solution saturated sponge to operative site

scrub in circular motion for 5 minutes starting at incision site and move outward

blot with sterile towel

follow with application of topical solution

store at room temperature avoid excessive heat (above104oF/40oC) protect from freezing latex free

Inactive Ingredients

alkyl polyglucoside, citric acid, nonoxynol - 10, purified water, sodium hydroxide

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