What Category is Betadine Solution? A Pharmacological Guide
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Povidone-iodine, the active ingredient in Betadine, came into commercial use in 1955 [1.8.4]. So, what category is Betadine solution? It belongs to a group of medications called antiseptics, specifically classified as an iodophor, used to prevent skin infections [1.2.4, 1.3.2].
