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Povidone Iodine is a brand name for Povidone-Iodine. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: Use(s) • For preparation of the skin prior to surgery • First aid to help prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns • For venipuncture skin preparation
Verbatim from this product's FDA label. Tap a section to expand.
Directions • Tear at notch • Remove applicator • Use only once As a first aid antiseptic: • Clean affected area • Apply 1 to 3 times daily • May be covered with a sterile bandage • If bandaged, let dry first For preoperative patient skin preparation: • Clean area • Apply to operative site prior to surgery For Venipuncture skin preparation: • Hold the swabstick at an angle and begin scrubbing in a circular motion over a 1-inch area, directly over the venipuncture site.
Continue this for a minimum of 30 seconds. • After scrubbing for 30 seconds, and using the same applicator, begin at the venipuncture site and move gradually outward in concentric circles to form a total prepped area measuring at least 3 inches in diameter.
• Allow site to dry for approximately 30 seconds. • If the patient bend the arm, or if prepared site is touched with the fingers or with any other non-sterile object, the complete preparation must be repeated.
Stop use and ask a doctor if Condition persists or gets worse
Warnings For External Use Only
Do not use • In the eyes or over large areas of the body • Longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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