Iodophor is a type of disinfectant that is suitable for disinfection of skin mucous membranes. Iodophor is widely used to kill intestinal pathogenic bacteria, septic cocci, pathogenic yeast, etc. It is used for skin disinfection generally as a disinfectant for injection sites, and for disinfection of surgical sites before surgery. For cuts, scrapes, etc., iodophor can also be used to disinfect. It is also very practical at home and is often used to disinfect broken skin areas with little irritation and has a good disinfection effect. However, it should be noted that iodophor is a topical disinfectant and should not be taken orally. Use with caution if you are allergic to iodine. Organic substances have a strong influence on the action of iodophor and should be used in higher doses when contamination is severe. In addition, iodophor should be kept sealed and protected from light. Iodophor is corrosive to bivalent metal products and should not be used for disinfection of corresponding metal products. Iodine disinfectant containing ethanol should not be used for disinfection of mucous membranes and wounds.