Description
Inadine® PVP-I Dressing is a povidone-iodine impregnated low-adherent dressing used to help manage bacterial contamination in chronic and acute wounds. This 9.5cm x 9.5cm size comes in a carton of 25 — the practical supply option for clinics and wound care practices. Also searched as iodine dressing, povidone iodine dressing, or Inadine dressing.
Key features
- Povidone-iodine impregnated — provides antimicrobial action at the wound surface
- Colour-change indicator — fades from orange to white as the iodine is used, giving a visual guide to when a change may be needed
- Low-adherent knitted viscose base — designed to lift without disturbing the wound bed
- Size: 9.5cm x 9.5cm
- Carton quantity: 25 dressings
Which size do you need?
Inadine comes in two sizes, and the right one depends on wound size and how much surrounding margin you need.
9.5cm x 9.5cm (this listing) — the larger option. Suits broader wounds, leg ulcers, and situations where you want coverage beyond the wound edge. Can be cut down to size if needed.
Our 5cm x 5cm size is the smaller option — better suited to digital wounds, post-nail-surgery sites, and small lesions where the larger dressing would be wasteful. Podiatry clinics doing regular nail surgery typically keep the 5cm on hand; the 9.5cm is the better general wound care stock item.
Common uses
- Minor burns and traumatic skin loss injuries
- Leg ulcers and pressure ulcers
- Diabetic foot ulcers, as directed by a treating clinician
- Post-procedural wounds at risk of contamination
Frequently asked questions
How often should Inadine be changed?
The colour-change indicator is the practical guide — as the dressing fades from orange toward white, the iodine has been depleted and a change is generally indicated. In practice this is often every one to three days depending on exudate levels, but follow the schedule set by the treating clinician rather than the colour alone.
Does Inadine need a secondary dressing?
Usually yes. Inadine is a low-adherent contact layer rather than an absorbent dressing, so it's typically covered with a secondary absorbent pad and secured with a retention tape such as Hypafix or Micropore.
Can Inadine be cut to size?
Yes — it can be cut with sterile scissors to fit smaller or irregularly shaped wounds. Cut before removing the backing papers, and use a sterile technique.
Who should avoid iodine dressings?
Iodine dressings aren't suitable for everyone. They're generally avoided in people with known iodine sensitivity, thyroid disorders, during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and in young children. Extended use over large surface areas also warrants caution. This is a decision for the treating clinician, not a self-selection product.
Why does the dressing turn white?
The orange colour comes from the povidone-iodine itself. As the iodine is released into the wound and consumed, the colour fades. A white dressing means the antimicrobial action is spent, which is why the colour is used as a change indicator.
Is Inadine the same as Betadine?
Both contain povidone-iodine, but they're different formats. Betadine is typically a liquid antiseptic or ointment; Inadine is a pre-impregnated dressing designed to sit in contact with the wound bed and release iodine over time. They aren't interchangeable in a dressing regimen.
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