McKesson PVP Prep

Povidone-Iodine · Liquid · Topical

Over the counter

Active ingredient

Active Ingredient Povidone-Iodine, 10% (equivalent to 1% available Iodine)

Purpose

Purpose Antiseptic

Uses

Uses Health-care antiseptic preparation of the skin prior to surgery. First aid antiseptic to help prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes and burns.

Warnings

Warnings For external use only Do not use in the eyes use as a first aid antiseptic Longer than one week use on individuals who are allergic or sensitive to iodine use on deep or puncture wounds use on animal bites use on serious burns apply over Large areas of the body Stop use and ask a doctor if conditions persists or gets worse irritation and redness develop and persists for more than 72 hours Keep out of the reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Do not use

Do not use in the eyes use as a first aid antiseptic Longer than one week use on individuals who are allergic or sensitive to iodine use on deep or puncture wounds use on animal bites use on serious burns apply over Large areas of the body

Stop use and ask a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if conditions persists or gets worse irritation and redness develop and persists for more than 72 hours

Keep out of reach of children

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

Directions

Directions For preparation of the skin prior to surgery Apply product to the operative site prior to surgery As a first aid antiseptic Clean the affected area Apply a small amount of this product on the area 1-3 times daily May be covered with a sterile bandage If bandaged, Let dry first

Inactive ingredients

Inactive ingredient Citric Acid, Disodium Phosphate, Glycerin, Purified Water, Sodium Citrate, Tween 80

Label text from the FDA structured product label by McKesson Medical-Surgical (revised Jul 21, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

McKesson PVP Prep NDC products (2)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
68599-3500Povidone-iodine 1 mg/10mL
Liquid
McKesson Medical-SurgicalOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
68599-3502Povidone-iodine 1 mg/10mL
Liquid
McKesson Medical-SurgicalOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is McKesson PVP Prep used for?

Uses Health-care antiseptic preparation of the skin prior to surgery. First aid antiseptic to help prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes and burns.

Who makes McKesson PVP Prep?

McKesson PVP Prep is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including McKesson Medical-Surgical.