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Lights Povidone Iodine Solution
POVIDONE-IODINE
Standard Dose
Apply locally as need
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Use: Antiseptic skin preparation
Summary
Indications and usage Use: Antiseptic skin preparation Dosage and administration Apply locally as need Warnings and cautions Warnings: Do not use if allergic to iodine For external use only Do not use in eyes Avoid "pooling" beneath patients.
Prolonged exposure to wet solution may cause skin irritation
Structured Monograph
Clinical summary
Indications and usage Use: Antiseptic skin preparation Dosage and administration Apply locally as need Warnings and cautions Warnings: Do not use if allergic to iodine For external use only Do not use in eyes Avoid "pooling" beneath patients. Prolonged exposure to wet solution may cause skin irritation
Monitoring
- • Warnings: Do not use if allergic to iodine For external use only Do not use in eyes Avoid "pooling" beneath patients.
- • Prolonged exposure to wet solution may cause skin irritation
Interaction Notes
- • Review official label interaction section.