Medline Antiseptic Povidone Iodine Nasal Swabs, Teal Box, 2 Packs, 48/Case, 48 EA/CS

Antiseptic Povidone Iodine Nasal Swabs, Teal Box, 2 Packs, 48/Case, 48 EA/CS

Antiseptic povidone iodine nasal swabs are ready-to-use, presaturated swabs for nasal decolonization before surgery. They are a practical choice for facilities that want an antibiotic-free prep option with simple application and patient comfort in mind. This case packs 48 swabs and comes in a teal box format.

Good Fit For

• Pre-surgical nasal decolonization
• Facilities seeking an antibiotic-free nasal prep option
• Workflows that benefit from ready-to-use swabs

Key Features

• Presaturated with povidone iodine, so staff can apply without extra prep steps
• Ready-to-use format supports faster, simpler pre-surgical workflow
• Antibiotic-free nasal decolonization option for preoperative care
• Reported reduction of S. aureus by 99.4% at 1 hour with persistence for 12 hours
• Nonirritating design, with most patients experiencing no discomfort
• Case of 48 supports facility purchasing and routine procedural use

Applications and Usage

• Preparing a patient's nose prior to surgery
• Standardizing nasal antiseptic application with presaturated swabs
• Supporting pre-op protocols where an antibiotic-free approach is preferred

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: 48/Case.
• For use on the body only
• This product is intended for nasal application prior to surgery

FAQ

• Are these nasal swabs ready to use? Yes. The swabs come presaturated with povidone iodine, so they are ready for direct application.
• What are these swabs used for? These swabs are used to decolonize a patient's nose prior to surgery.
• Do these swabs use antibiotics? No. These nasal swabs offer a way to decolonize the nose prior to surgery without antibiotics.
• How long does the reported reduction last? The product details report reduction of S. aureus by 99.4% at 1 hour, with persistence for 12 hours.
• Are these swabs intended for comfortable application? Yes. The product details describe the swabs as nonirritating, with most patients experiencing no discomfort.

From Medline.