Povidine is a topical antiseptic, indicated for cleaning wounds and dressings, as it has a powerful effect against bacteria, fungi and viruses.
Its active ingredient contains povidone iodine, or PVPI, at 10%, which equates to 1% active iodine in an aqueous solution, and its use is more advantageous than the common iodine solution, because it has a faster, longer action, does not burn or irritate the skin, in addition to forming a film that protects the affected area.
- In addition to being found as topical antiseptic.
- Povidine is available as detergent or soap that is commonly used in hospitals and is indicated to prepare patients’ skin before surgery and to clean the hands and arms of surgical equipment in preoperative surgery.
- Povidine can be purchased from major pharmacies.
- In 30 or 100 ml vials.
- And generally its price varies between 10 and 20 reais.
- Depending on the place of sale.
Povidin is a drug used to clean and sterilize the skin, preventing the proliferation of microorganisms and infection of wounds, widely used in emergencies, outpatient clinics and hospitals, so its main indications are:
In addition to povidine, other drugs that also have an effect on the fight against infections or the proliferation of microorganisms are 70% alcohol or chlorhexidine, also called mertiolate.
Povidine is indicated only for external use, in case of injury it is recommended to clean the area with gauze and apply the topical solution on the wound 3 to 4 times a day, using sterile gauze or compresses, until the entire wound is for ease of use, topical povidine is also available as a spray, which can be sprayed directly onto the desired area. Refer to the step-by-step instructions for a dressing correctly.
The povidine defrosting solution is usually used before surgery, as it is applied to the patient’s skin and to the hands and arms of the surgical team, moments before surgery, to remove bacteria, viruses and fungi, making the environment sterile.