Povidone Iodine

Class

Antiseptic

Presentation

Iodine combined with polymer (povidone) to enhance water solubility

Antiseptic

Substance applied topically to prevent growth of micro-organisms

Not for use on inaminate objects bc does not have the same killing power of chemicals used for disinfection

MoA

  • Povidone carries Iodine to pathogen
  • Iodine penetrates cell wall and membrane
  • Pore insertion = bactericidal

Antiviral

Good antiviral

Antibacterial

  • Broad spectrum
  • G + > – > fungi > virus

Pros & Cons

Advantages

Disadvantages

  • Can be used following 70% alcohol to keep recolonization down for 60mins
  • Area of application visible
  • Can be used w chlorhex allergy
  • Cannot be used if hyperthyroid