For external use only. Apply to wet skin, scrub thoroughly, and rinse. Avoid contact with eyes.

Povidone-iodine works by releasing free iodine, which rapidly penetrates microbial cells, oxidizes proteins, nucleotides, and fatty acids, leading to cell death. It has a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity against bacteria, fungi, viruses, protozoa, and spores.

• •Known hypersensitivity to iodine or povidone
• •History of thyroid disorders (e.g., hyperthyroidism, goitre)
• •In newborns and infants, especially premature babies, due to risk of iodine-induced hypothyroidism
• •Before and after radioiodine therapy

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

Accidental ingestion or extensive topical application to large, broken skin areas may lead to systemic iodine absorption, resulting in symptoms such as metabolic acidosis, renal failure, and thyroid dysfunction (hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism). Treatment is symptomatic and supportive, including gastric lavage if ingested and monitoring of thyroid function and electrolyte balance.

Povidone-iodine should be used during pregnancy and lactation only if clearly indicated and with caution, as absorbed iodine can cross the placenta and be excreted in breast milk, potentially affecting fetal/infant thyroid function. Short-term, limited application is generally considered low risk.