povidone-iodine

American

[poh-vi-dohn-ahy-uh-dahyn, -din] / ˈpoʊ vɪ doʊnˌaɪ əˌdaɪn, -dɪn /

noun

Pharmacology.

a complex of iodine and polyvinylpyrrolidone that has broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity: used as an antiseptic.

Etymology

Origin of povidone-iodine

po(ly)vi(nylpyrroli)done

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povidone-iodine

They concluded that the choice of an aqueous antiseptic solution -- either 10% povidone-iodine or 4% chlorhexidine gluconate -- does not alter the risk of surgical-site infection for patients with an open fracture.

From Science Daily ● Feb. 1, 2024

Anti-vaccine advocates have promoted Betadine, a povidone-iodine antiseptic used to clean cuts or as a gargle for sore throats.

From Salon ● Dec. 9, 2021

Betadine is the brand name for povidone-iodine, an amber-colored liquid typically sold as a 10% solution as an antiseptic for cleaning wounds and skin.

From Salon ● Sep. 29, 2021

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