Iodine

Liquid · Topical

Over the counter

Active ingredient

Active Ingredient Iodine tincture U.S.P. 100% (2% Iodine)

Purpose

Purpose First aid antiseptic

Uses

Use First aid to help prevent skin infection in minor cuts scrapes burns

Warnings

Warnings For external use only

Ask a doctor before use

Ask a doctor if you have deep or puncture wounds, animal bites or serious burns

When using this product

When using this product do not use in eyes or apply over large areas of the body do not use longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if condition persists or gets worse

Keep out of reach of children

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

Directions clean the affected area apply a small amount on the area 1 to 3 times daily may be covered with a sterile bandage if bandaged, let dry first

Inactive ingredients

Inactive ingredients alcohol (47% v/v), purified water, sodium iodide

Label text from the FDA structured product label by Nice-Pak Products, LLC (revised Mar 12, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Iodine NDC products (3)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
11344-880Iodine 20 mg/mL
Liquid
Nice-Pak Products, LLCOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
41163-088Iodine 20 mg/mL
Liquid
United Natural Foods, Inc. dba UNFIOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
0363-0088Iodine 20 mg/mL
Liquid
Walgreen Co.OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Iodine used for?

Use First aid to help prevent skin infection in minor cuts scrapes burns

Who makes Iodine?

Iodine is listed by 3 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Nice-Pak Products, LLC, United Natural Foods, Inc. dba UNFI, Walgreen Co..