Antimicrobials for proven antisepsis. Perfect for venipuncture, I.V. starts, renal dialysis, pre-operative preparation, and other minor invasive procedures. Non-irritating and virtually non-stinging for better patient comfort. PVP Iodine provides longer germicidal activity than ordinary iodine solutions. Scrubs away dead skin, dirt and oil. PVP Iodine Prep Pads are saturated with a 10% povidone-iodine prep solution (equivalent to 1% available iodine) to provide proven antisepsis.