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Definition of Iodophor
1. an iodine compound [n -S]
Medical Definition of Iodophor
1. A combination of iodine with a surfactant carrier, usually polyvinylpyrrolidone. Commercial preparations generally contain 1% "available" iodine, which is slowly released to take effect against microorganisms; used as skin disinfectants, particularly for surgical scrubs. Synonym: tamed iodine. Origin: iodine + G. Phora, a carrying (05 Mar 2000)
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