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Publication #7943
Reference
MSAN(2023)19
Name
Minims® Povidone Iodine 5% w/v Eye Drops, Solution
Categories
Scottish Government
Organization
Scottish Government Health and Social Care Directorates
Keywords
NHS
SCOTLAND
HEALTH BOARDS
PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICES
SUPPLIES
DRUG SHORTAGES
Description
Minims® Povidone Iodine 5% w/v eye drops, solution are in limited supply until early October 2023. A number of Specials manufacturers are able to produce unlicensed povidone iodine 5% eye drops. Unlicenced imports of povidone iodine 5% ophthalmic solution may be sourced, lead times vary. Videne® (povidone iodine) antiseptic solution 10% w/w cutaneous solution is available and can be diluted to 5%.
Contact Name
Contact Email
Contact Address
Pharmacy & Medicines Division 1st Floor East Rear St Andrew’s House EDINBURGH EH1 3DG
Created
2023-08-29 00:00:00
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