Iodophor generic name povidone iodine solution, has the effect of killing bacteria, viruses and other effects, but not the effect of swelling, it is recommended that breastfeeding, pregnant women, allergic to drugs prohibit the use of povidone iodine solution.
Povidone iodine solution is a disinfectant and antiseptic, which has the effect of killing bacteria, viruses, fungi, spores, etc. It can be used for the disinfection of small mucous membrane or skin wounds, as well as the disinfection of septic dermatitis, fungal dermatitis, and small burns or scalded wounds, so povidone iodine solution does not have the effect of reducing swelling.
It is recommended that the use of povidone iodine solution is prohibited during lactation and pregnancy, and if the patient is allergic to the components of povidone iodine solution, the drug should be avoided. If the use of povidone iodine solution local redness, swelling, burning sensation and other discomforts, you need to rinse the affected area in time, to keep the local clean.
Iodophor does not have the effect of reducing swelling, and has the effect of disinfection and sterilization. In addition, povidone iodine solution belongs to the topical drugs, to avoid oral povidone iodine solution, if accidentally take povidone iodine solution need to seek medical treatment.