Iodophors

Complexes of iodine and non-ionic SURFACE-ACTIVE AGENTS acting as carrier and solubilizing agent for the iodine in water. Iodophors usually enhance bactericidal activity of iodine, reduce vapor pressure and odor, minimize staining, and allow wide dilution with water. (From Merck Index, 11th ed)

Year introduced: 1991(1975)

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Tree Number(s): D01.475.557

MeSH Unique ID: D007466

Entry Terms:

• Tamed Iodine
• Iodine, Tamed

Previous Indexing:

• Iodine (1971-1974)

See Also:

• Anti-Infective Agents, Local

Pharmacologic Action:

• Surface-Active Agents

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Chemicals and Drugs Category
Inorganic Chemicals
Iodine Compounds
Iodophors
Povidone-Iodine