Povidone-iodine is an antiseptic indicated for prepping of the periocular region (lids, brow, and cheek) and irrigation of the ocular surface (cornea, conjunctiva, and palpebral fornices). It is available as ophthalmic solution. MedsAcross supplies Povidone-iodine for export from India to licensed hospitals, importers and physicians acting for named patients, with the documents each country requires.
Information from the US FDA prescribing information, retrieved 12 November 2026. Not yet medically reviewed.How we review
From the regulator-approved product information. Each section names its source.
BETADINE* 5% Sterile Ophthalmic Prep Solution for the eye is indicated for prepping of the periocular region (lids, brow, and cheek) and irrigation of the ocular surface (cornea, conjunctiva, and palpebral fornices).
Source: US FDA prescribing information
While the inner surface and contents of the immediate container (i.e. bottle) are sterile, the outer surface of the bottle is not sterile. The use of the bottle in a sterile field should be avoided. BETADINE* 5% Sterile Ophthalmic Prep Solution is used as follows: BETADINE* 5% Sterile Ophthalmic Prep Solution is used as follows: Make sure container is intact before use. To open, COMPLETELY TWIST OFF TAB, do not pull off. Gently pour entire contents of bottle into a sterile prep cup. Saturate sterile cotton-tipped applicator to prep lashes and lid margins using one or more applicators per lid, repeat once. Saturate sterile prep sponge or other suitable material to prep lids, brow and cheek in a circular ever-expanding fashion until the entire field is covered, repeat prep three times.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
Do not use on individuals known to be sensitive to iodine, or other components of this product.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR INTRAOCULAR INJECTION OR IRRIGATION.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
Local sensitivity has been exhibited by some individuals to povidone-iodine ophthalmic solution.
Source: US FDA prescribing information
Store at 15°C to 25°C (59°F-77°F).
Source: US FDA prescribing information
For healthcare professionals and buyers. This is not medical advice. Treatment decisions belong to the prescriber.
1 presentations of Povidone-iodine, sorted by availability.
| Medicine | Manufacturer | Register | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betadine 5 mg/mL ophthalmic solutionOphthalmic | Alcon Laboratories | US FDA | Available on request |
1 brand names across 1 markets.
United States
Approval facts from US FDA, EMA and CDSCO data, and registration status by country where we hold register data.
| Register | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| US FDA | First approved 29 November 1985 | Drugs@FDA |
| EU (EMA) | Not recorded | — |
| India (CDSCO) | Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists | — |
| United States | Registered | US FDA (NDC directory, openFDA)Checked 12 November 2026 |
Yes, on request. MedsAcross lists 1 presentations of Povidone-iodine and sources them for licensed hospitals, importers and physicians against valid import documents.
The catalogue lists 1 brand names for Povidone-iodine, including Betadine.
Yes. The US FDA first approved Povidone-iodine on 29 November 1985, according to Drugs@FDA.
No listed presentation of Povidone-iodine is recorded as needing a cold chain. Storage conditions are shown on each presentation page.
Povidone-iodine is classified under ATC code D08AG02 (Povidone-iodine).
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