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Povidone Iodine Solution

Dosage Form: topical solution

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Povidone-Iodine


In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or consult a poison control center immediately.



Antiseptic skin preparation

Do not use if allergic to iodine

For external use only

Ask a doctor before use if injuries are

  • deep or punture wounds
  • serious burns
Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • redness, irritation, swelling or pain persists or increases
  • infection occurs
Do not use in eyes

Avoid pooling beneath patient

Keep out of reach of children

In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or consult a poison
control center immediately.

Apply locally as needed

citric acid, disodium phosphate,

nonoxynol-9, sodium hydroxide, water

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Antiseptic

POVIDONE-IODINE 
povidone-iodine solution
Product Information
Product Type HUMAN OTC DRUG Item Code (Source) NDC:51688-5473
Route of Administration TOPICAL DEA Schedule     
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength
Povidone-Iodine (Povidone-Iodine) Povidone-Iodine 9.8 g  in 100 g
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name Strength
Citric Acid Monohydrate  
Sodium Phosphate, DIBASIC  
Sodium Hydroxide  
Nonoxynol-9  
Water  
Packaging
# Item Code Package Description
1 NDC:51688-5473-2 9.8 g in 1 PACKET
Marketing Information
Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
OTC monograph not final part333A 01/03/1984
Labeler - Smiths Medical ASD, INC (137835299)
Revised: 07/2010
 
Smiths Medical ASD, INC



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