What is the Difference Between Iodine and Povidone-Iodine?
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While both contain the active element iodine, traditional iodine tinctures are known to cause significant skin irritation and excessive staining. This led to the development of povidone-iodine in the 1950s, a chemical complex that delivers the antiseptic benefits of iodine in a safer, more stable form.
