Povidone-Iodine is an iodophore in which Iodine is bound to the carrier molecule,Povidone. The complex, Povidone-Iodine, slowly liberates inorganic Iodine when in contact with the skin and mucous membranes. Only a small amount of Iodine is released at any one time, giving Povidone-Iodine a lower irritant potential, and longer duration of microbiocidal action than conventional Iodine solutions.

Povidone-Iodine has the antimicrobial spectrum of Iodine. It has broad-spectrum activity; including bacteria, fungi, viruses, protozoa cysts and spores.

When used as directed, Povidone-Iodine scrub has an antibacterial effect on normal skin flora, disturbing them and suspending them in a soap/water mixture, which allows them to be rinsed away.

Indications:

For preoperative and postoperative scrubbing of skin by hospital operating personnel; for preoperative use on patients as an antiseptic cleanser or for general use as an antiseptic skin cleanser in the surgery.

Directions for Use: 

Wet hands and arms with warm water and dispense two pumps (approximately 4-5mL) of scrub onto hands. Lather over hands and arms up to the elbows for at least two minutes. Scrub nails with a nailbrush. Rinse, and then repeat process. Finally, rinse thoroughly with water and dry.

Composition:

Povidone-Iodine 7.5% (equivalent to 0.75% available Iodine) in a foaming emollient base.

Precautions: 

For external use only. Do not use near mucous membranes or open wounds. Povidone-Iodine Scrub may cause staining but stains on natural fabrics may be removed with soap and water. Wash and rinse stained synthetic fabrics in dilute ammonia.