Povidone
Active ingredient
- Drug class
- -
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Ophthalmic
- Markets covered
- 1
- Products on record
- 1
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 728
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Povidone is an ingredient used in ophthalmic preparations [1]. It is approved for use as a lubricant to reduce further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye [1]. Povidone is also indicated for the temporary relief of discomfort due to minor eye irritations, such as those caused by exposure to wind or sun [1].
This ingredient is available in various over-the-counter products [1]. In the past 12 months, there have been 728 adverse event reports associated with products containing povidone [2]. The most frequently reported adverse events include eye pain, off-label use, the drug being ineffective, eye irritation, and pain [2].
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Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 1 | June 20, 2025 |
USUnited States· FDA
1 product
Uses
Uses For use as a lubricant to reduce further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye For the temporary relief of discomfort due to minor irritations of the eye or to exposure to wind or sun
How to take
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 049e9cc9-0663-53… · revised June 20, 2025 [PDF]
- [2]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
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