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Skin And Nasal Antiseptic (povidone-iodine)

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data

Overview

Iodine, a nonmetallic element that forms salts with most other elements, has germicidal activity.

Iodine solution and tincture are used topically as antiseptics in the management of minor, superficial skin wounds and have been used to disinfect the skin preoperatively.

Generic name: povidone-iodine
Therapeutic class: Dermatological

Reference product & biosimilars

No reference, biosimilar or interchangeable associated with this drug.

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Indications

No indications are available for this drug.

Dosing

Iodine solution and tincture are applied topically to the affected areas as necessary; to avoid irritation, surfaces to which the preparations are applied should not be covered.

Drug interactions

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Contraindications

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Adverse reactions

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Precautions

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ICD codes

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data