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PROHEAL POVIDONE IODINE SWABSTICK

POVIDONE-IODINE

Standard Dose
Directions: For preparation of the skin prior to surgery clean the affected area, remove swab by stick, apply to the operative site prior to surgery. For use as a first aid antiseptic clean the affected area, apply a small amount of this product on the area 1-3 times daily. May be covered with a sterile bandage. If bandaged, let dry first.
Max Dose
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Primary Use
Uses: • Health-care antiseptic for preparation of the skin prior to surgery • First aid antiseptic to help prevent the risk of skin infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns
Summary

Indications and usage Uses: • Health-care antiseptic for preparation of the skin prior to surgery • First aid antiseptic to help prevent the risk of skin infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns Dosage and administration Directions: For preparation of the skin prior to surgery clean the affected area, remove swab by stick, apply to the operative site prior to surgery.

For use as a first aid antiseptic clean the affected area, apply a small amount of this product on the area 1-3 times daily.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses: • Health-care antiseptic for preparation of the skin prior to surgery • First aid antiseptic to help prevent the risk of skin infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns Dosage and administration Directions: For preparation of the skin prior to surgery clean the affected area, remove swab by stick, apply to the operative site prior to surgery. For use as a first aid antiseptic clean the affected area, apply a small amount of this product on the area 1-3 times daily. May be covered with a sterile bandage. If bandaged, let dry first. Warnings and cautions Warnings: For external use only. Do not use or apply in the eyes • on individuals who are allergic or sensitive to iodine • over large areas of the body • as a first aid antiseptic longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor Discontinue use if irritation and redness develop. Consult a doctor in case of deep or puncture wounds • animal bites • serious burns Stop use and consult a doctor if the condition persists or gets worse. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Monitoring

  • • Warnings: For external use only.
  • • Do not use or apply in the eyes • on individuals who are allergic or sensitive to iodine • over large areas of the body • as a first aid antiseptic longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor Discontinue use if irritation and redness develop.
  • • Consult a doctor in case of deep or puncture wounds • animal bites • serious burns Stop use and consult a doctor if the condition persists or gets worse.
  • • Keep out of reach of children.

Interaction Notes

  • • Review official label interaction section.