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Generic: povidone-iodine is used for the treatment of Burns Dermatitis Herpetiformis Hypersensitivity Leg Ulcer Radiation Injuries Skin Diseases Staphylococcal Infections Surgical Wound Infection Thyroid Diseases Vasculitis

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Otc - Active Ingredient Section


Active Ingredient: Povidone-Iodine USP (10%)

Otc - Purpose Section


Purpose: Antiseptic

Indications & Usage Section


Use:

Health care antiseptic for prepapration of skin prior to surgery.

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

Warnings Section


Warnings:

For external use only

Do not *use or apply to the eyes *to individuals who are allergic or sensitive to iodine, *over large area of the body, *as first aid antiseptic longer than a week unless directed by a doctor 

Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children Section


Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or consult a poison control center immediately

Otc - Ask Doctor Section


Discontinue use if irritation and redness develop. Consult a doctor iin case of deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns

Stop use and ask a doctor if infection occurs or if condition persists or increases

Dosage & Administration Section


For preparation of the skin prior surgery: clean the affacted area, remove swabstick, apply to the operative site prior to surgery

For use as first aid antiseptic: clean the affacted area, apply a small anount of the product to the area 1-3 times daily. Maybe covered with a sterile bandage. If bandaged, let dry first.

Other Safety Information


Other information
  • Store at room temperature

Inactive Ingredient Section


Inactive Ingredient

Citric acid, purified water, Sodium phosphate dibasic

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