Here is the complete profile for Povidone Iodine Eye Drops 5%:
✅ Name: Povidone-Iodine Ophthalmic Solution 5%
Form: Sterile Eye Drops
Concentration: 5% w/v
Type: Broad-spectrum Antiseptic
📄 Description:
Povidone-Iodine 5% Eye Drops are used as an antiseptic solution for the eyes, effective against a wide range of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. It is often used in ophthalmic surgeries and to manage eye infections or disinfection before procedures.
💊 Prescription / Indications:
- Preoperative antiseptic for eye surgery (e.g., cataract, LASIK)
- Prophylactic use in neonates to prevent ophthalmia neonatorum
- Acute conjunctivitis caused by bacteria or viruses
- Before or after intravitreal injections or other invasive eye procedures
🩺 Uses:
- Reduces bacterial and viral load on the ocular surface
- Used as a disinfectant before ocular surgery
- Manages minor eye infections or risk of infection
🌿 Nature:
- Class: Topical antiseptic
- Mechanism: Releases free iodine, which rapidly penetrates microbial cells and disrupts protein and nucleic acid structure
- Action: Bactericidal, virucidal, fungicidal, protozoacidal
👍 Advantages:
- Broad-spectrum antimicrobial action
- Works rapidly (within 15–60 seconds)
- Low risk of resistance
- Safe for short-term ocular use
- Commonly used in neonatal care and ophthalmic practices
⚠️ Precautions:
- For external ophthalmic use only
- May cause temporary eye irritation or burning
- Not recommended for prolonged use without medical supervision
- Contraindicated in individuals with iodine allergy or thyroid disorders (use with caution)
- Avoid use with contact lenses
- Use with care in pediatric and geriatric patients under supervision
📦 Packing:
- Standard pack size: 5 ml or 10 ml plastic dropper bottle
- Container: Sterile LDPE bottle with cap and nozzle
- Label includes concentration, batch, expiry, MFG date, and storage conditions
❄️ Storage:
- Store at 15°C to 25°C (room temperature)
- Keep container tightly closed
- Protect from light and moisture
- Do not freeze
- Use within 1 month of opening