Povidone

Mechanism-of-action class: Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction.

• Uses First aid to help prevent infection in minor cuts scrapes burns

Directions clean the affected area spray a small amount of the product on the area 1 to 3 times daily may be covered with a sterile bandage if bandaged, let dry first

For external use only

• Dec 17, 1986NDANDA018634Alcon Pharms Ltd

1. 1Eye Pain84010%
2. 2Off Label Use6177.7%
3. 3Eye Irritation5586.9%
4. 4Drug Ineffective4735.9%
5. 5Endophthalmitis4365.4%
6. 6Vision Blurred4265.3%
7. 7Drug Hypersensitivity4235.3%
8. 8Nausea3914.9%
9. 9Pain3824.8%
10. 10Headache3654.5%
11. 11Rash3454.3%
12. 12Fatigue3304.1%
13. 13Dyspnoea2963.7%
14. 14Ocular Hyperaemia2963.7%
15. 15Diarrhoea2893.6%

Recent PubMed references pinned to Povidone as a MeSH major topic. Citations link to pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.

• The effect of povidone-iodine-enhanced rectal enema on procedure-related infectious complications before transrectal ultrasound-guided prostate biopsy: A prospective randomized study.
  Medicine · 2026 · Doğan M, Aydin C, Ekici M, et al.
  PMID 42152336DOI 10.1097/MD.0000000000048830
• Chlorhexidine-Alcohol Versus Povidone-Iodine for Surgical Site Infection Prevention in Abdominal Surgery in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
  World journal of surgery · 2026 · Turyagumanawe J, Mukiibi E, Kakooza J, et al.
  PMID 42115142DOI 10.1002/wjs.70409
• Viscoelastic properties of polymer mixtures containing micro-ribbons and microfibres for the 3D printing of pharmaceutical dosage forms by fused deposition modelling.
  The Journal of pharmacy and pharmacology · 2026 · Algellay M, Sarker SD, Roberts M, et al.
  PMID 42089761DOI 10.1093/jpp/rgag044
• Comparison of preoperative 5% povidone-iodine plus moxifloxacin versus 5% povidone-iodine alone on ocular surface bacterial flora: protocol for a randomized controlled trial.
  BMC ophthalmology · 2026 · Ugalahi MO, Makanjuola OB, Adebusoye SO, et al.
  PMID 42087126DOI 10.1186/s12886-026-04881-y
• Effectiveness of Biodress versus both honey and povidone-iodine ointment in acute wound healing in Enugu State, Nigeria: a randomised controlled trial.
  Journal of wound care · 2026 · Anetekhai CJ, Anarado AN, Anetekhai WI, et al.
  PMID 42068250DOI 10.12968/jowc.2023.0159
• Red cell cryopreservation for serologic testing: bulk freezing with polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP).
  Turkish journal of medical sciences · 2026 · Gürlek Gökçebay D, Flegel WA
  PMID 42058990DOI 10.55730/1300-0144.6193
• Paediatric Strabismus Surgery: a Retrospective Analysis of Different Postoperative Treatment Regimes to Prevent Infections.
  Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde · 2026 · Missu M, Felber D, Palmowski-Wolfe A, et al.
  PMID 42008993DOI 10.1055/a-2801-0735
• Solution blow spun keratin - PVP nanofibers as a green platform for high-efficiency curcumin encapsulation and controlled release.
  Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces · 2026 · Yu M, Xi LWQ, Yim EKF, et al.
  PMID 41930858DOI 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2026.115662

The 10 most recently updated of 514 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Povidone as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.

• A Trial to Study the Influence of Ultrasound Guidance on the Complications of Central Catheter
  Terminated · Interventional · 264 enrolled · Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens
  NCT01154465updated 2026-06-12
• Effectiveness and Safety of a Hydrating Gel Containing Polyvinyl Pyrrolidine, Algin and Hyaluronic Acid Applied After and Without Fractional CO₂ Laser Therapy
  Not yet recruiting · Interventional · 51 enrolled · Dr.dr.Irma Bernadette, SpKK (K)
  NCT07639151updated 2026-06-10
• Effect of Metformin, a Drug Used to Treat Diabetes, vs Placebo
  Active not recruiting · Phase 4 · Interventional · 150 enrolled · University of California, Los Angeles
  NCT05949008updated 2026-06-08
• Efficacy of Transversus Abdominis Plane Block in Alleviating Acute Appendicitis
  Completed · Interventional · 105 enrolled · Ankara City Hospital Bilkent
  NCT06808737updated 2026-06-04
• Comprasion of SPSIP and Rhomboid Intercostal Plan Blocks on VATS
  Recruiting · Interventional · 40 enrolled · Cumhuriyet University
  NCT07524673updated 2026-06-03
• Evaluating XPERIENCE™ Advanced Surgical Irrigation
  Recruiting · Interventional · 7,600 enrolled · Ottawa Hospital Research Institute
  NCT05543941updated 2026-05-28
• Infection Prophylaxis in Total Joint Replacement
  Recruiting · Phase 3 · Interventional · 21,006 enrolled · Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation
  NCT06126614updated 2026-05-22
• Suprascapular Nerve PRF for Central Sensitization and Neuropathic Pain
  Active not recruiting · Observational · 60 enrolled · Gülçin Babaoğlu
  NCT06857409updated 2026-05-08
• Parasitic Ulcer Treatment Trial Pilot
  Completed · Phase 2 · Interventional · 49 enrolled · University of California, San Francisco
  NCT03484507updated 2026-05-07
• Comparison of the Effects of Local Anesthetic Infiltration and Erector Spinae Plan (ESP) Block on Postoperative Recovery Quality and Pain in Lumbar Spinal Surgery
  Completed · Interventional · 80 enrolled · Aydin Adnan Menderes University
  NCT07065006updated 2026-05-06

Frequently asked questions

How does Povidone work?

Mechanism-of-action class: Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction.

What is Povidone used for?

According to FDA labeling, Povidone carries indications including: Uses First aid to help prevent infection in minor cuts scrapes burns. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.

What class of drug is Povidone?

Povidone is classified as Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction, Unknown Physiological Effect.

What are the brand names for Povidone?

Povidone is marketed under brand names including Freshkote, MiniDrops, Murine Dry Eyes, Stye Soothing Relief, iVizia.