Quick answers
- What is Isopropyl alcohol and povidone-iodine used for?
- The Drug Facts label of PurPrep (CareFusion 213 LLC) lists these uses: for the preparation of the patient's skin prior to surgery. Helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection. Use for the preparation of the patient's skin prior to surgery. Helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection..
- Do I need a prescription for Isopropyl alcohol and povidone-iodine?
- No. The products on this page are sold without a prescription (over the counter).
- Is a store brand the same as the name brand?
- Products listed together below have the same active ingredients, in the same amount and the same form, as registered with the FDA. Inactive ingredients (such as colors, flavors and fillers) and package sizes can differ. Compare the “Active ingredient” box on both packages, and ask a pharmacist if you are not sure.
- Has Isopropyl alcohol and povidone-iodine been recalled?
- FDA enforcement reports list 3 recalls of products on this page; the newest started June 11, 2026. A recall usually concerns specific products or lots, not every brand.
Drug Facts label
Every over-the-counter medicine must carry a “Drug Facts” box in the same order, set by FDA rules. Below is the label of one product for each common strength and form, quoted word for word. Your own package can differ (for example, children’s products have other directions): always follow the label on your package.
PurPrep · CareFusion 213 LLC
Isopropyl alcohol 725 mg/mL · Povidone-iodine 8.3 mg/mL, sponge (topical)
Active ingredient
BD PurPrep™ 10.5 mL Applicator Active Ingredients Isopropyl Alcohol 7.2% w/w Povidone-Iodine 8.3% w/w (0.83% available iodine) BD PurPrep™ 26 mL Applicator Active Ingredients Isopropyl Alcohol 72.5% w/w Povidone-iodine 8.3% w/w (0.83% available iodine)
Purpose
Antiseptic Antiseptic Purposes Antiseptic Antiseptic
Uses
for the preparation of the patient's skin prior to surgery. Helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection. Use for the preparation of the patient's skin prior to surgery. Helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection.
Warnings
For external use only. Flammable, keep away from fire or flame. To reduce risk of fire, PREP CAREFULLY: solution contains alcohol and gives off flammable vapors avoid getting solution into hairy areas. Hair may take up to 1 hour to dry. Wet hair is flammable. do not drape or use ignition source (e.g., cautery, laser) until solution is completely dry (minimum of 3 minutes on hairless skin; up to 1 hour in hair) do not allow the solution to pool remove wet materials from prep area Warnings For external use only. Flammable, keep away from fire or flame. T o reduce risk of fire, PREP CAREFULLY: do not use 26-mL applicator for head and neck surgery solution contains alcohol and gives off flammable vapors . avoid getting solution into hairy areas. Hair may take up to 1 hour to dry. Wet hair is flammable . do not drape or use ignition source (e.g., cautery, laser) until solution is completely dry (minimum of 3 minutes on hairless skin; up to 1 hour in hair) do not allow the solution to pool remove wet materials from prep area
Do not use
on children less than 2 months of age because of the potential for excessive skin irritation and increased drug absorption. Daily use of iodine on newborn infants may increase blood iodine level. on open skin wounds or as a general skin cleanser in the eyes or for prepping mucous membranes on iodine sensitive patients
Do not use
on children less than 2 months of age because of the potential for excessive skin irritation and increased drug absorption. Daily use of iodine on newborn infants may increase blood iodine level. on open skin wounds or as a general skin cleanser in the eyes or for prepping mucous membranes on iodine sensitive patients
When using this product
use in well ventilated area use with caution in women who are breast-feeding due to the potential for transient hypothyroidism in the nursing newborn
When using this product
use in well ventilated area use with caution in women who are breast-feeding due to the potential for transient hypothyroidism in the nursing newborn
Stop use and ask a doctor if
irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
use in a well ventilated area do not allow solution to pool; tuck prep towels to absorb solution, and then remove remove applicator from package; do not touch sponge hold the applicator with the sponge down. Pinch wings only once to activate the ampule and release the antiseptic. wet the sponge by pressing and releasing the sponge against the treatment area until liquid is visible on the skin completely wet the treatment area with antiseptic dry surgical sites (e.g., abdomen or arm): use repeated back-and-forth strokes for 30 seconds moist surgical sites (e.g., inguinal fold): use repeated back-and-forth strokes for 2 minutes allow the solution to completely dry (minimum of 3 minutes on hairless skin; up to 1 hour in hair). Do not blot or wipe away. discard prepping materials, including solution soaked materials. It is not necessary to use the entire amount available. Directions use in a well ventilated area do not allow solution to pool; tuck prep towels to absorb solution, and then remove remove applicator from package; do not touch sponge hold the applicator with the sponge down. Pinch wings only once to activate the ampules and release the antiseptic. wet the sponge by pressing and releasing the sponge against the treatment area until liquid is visible on the skin completely wet the treatment area with antiseptic dry surgical sites (e.g., abdomen or arm): use repeated back-and-forth strokes for 30 seconds moist surgical sites (e.g., inguinal fold): use repeated back-and-forth strokes for 2 minutes allow the solution to completely dry (minimum of 3 minutes on hairless skin; up to 1 hour in hair). Do not blot or wipe away. discard prepping materials, including solution soaked materials. It is not necessary to use the entire amount available.
Other information
store between 15-30 °C (59-86 °F) avoid excessive heat above 40 °C (104 °F) Other information store between 15-30 °C (59-86 °F) avoid excessive heat above 40 °C (104 °F)
Inactive ingredients
Acrylates Copolymer, Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Polyethylene Glycol, USP Purified Water Inactive ingredients Acrylates Copolymer, Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Polyethylene Glycol, USP Purified Water
Questions?
call 1-800-523-0502 (M-F 8 a.m.-5 p.m. CST) Questions? call 1-800-523-0502 (M-F 8 a.m.-5 p.m. CST)
— FDA label of PurPrep, CareFusion 213 LLC, effective October 8, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
Swab Applicator Brushes 8.3% w/w Povidone-Iodine and 72.5% w/w Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) · Xinxiang Xinda Technology Co., Ltd
Isopropyl alcohol 725 mg/mL · Povidone-iodine 83 mg/mL, swab (topical)
Active ingredient
Povidone-Iodine 8.3% w/w Isopropyl alcohol 72.5% w/w
Purpose
Antiseptic
Uses
for the preparation of the patient's skin prior to surgery. Helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection.
Warnings
For external use only. Flammable, keep away from fire or flame. To reduce risk of fire, PREP CAREFULLY
Do not use
3-ml applicator for head and neck surgery Solution contains alcohol and gives off flammable vapors Avoid getting solution into hairy areas. Hair may take up to 1 hour to dry. Wet hair is flammable Do not drape or use ignition source (e.g., cautery, laser) until solution is completely dry (minimum of 3 minutes on hairless skin; up to 1 hour in hair) Do not allow solution to pool Remove wet materials from prep area
Do not use
On patients with known allergies to chlorhexidine gluconate or isopropyl alcohol For lumbar puncture or in contact with the meninges On open skin wounds or as a general skin cleanser
When using this product
keep out of eyes, ears, and mouth. May cause serious or permanent injury if permitted to enter and remain. If contact occurs, rinse with cold water right away and contact a doctor.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause irritation or chemical burns. Use in a well ventilated area Maximal treatment area for one applicator is approximately 4 in. x 5 in. (129 cm²). Do not use 3-ml applicator for head and neck surgery Remove applicator from package; do not touch sponge hold the applicator with the sponge down. Open the switch only once to activate the ampules and release the antiseptic. Wet the sponge by pressing and releasing the sponge against the treatment area until liquid is visible on the skin Completely wet the treatment area with antiseptic Dry surgical sites(e.g. abdomen or arm): use gentle repeated back-and-forth strokes for 30 seconds Moist surgical sites (e.g., inguinal fold): use gentle repeated back-and-forth strokes for 2 minutes Do not allow solution to pool; tuck prep towels to absorb solution, and then remove Allow the solution to completely dry (minimum of 3 minutes on hairless skin; up to 1 hour in hair). Do not blot or wipe away. Discard the applicator after a single use along with any portion of the solution not required to cover the prep area. It is not necessary to use the entire amount available.
Inactive ingredients
Purified water
— FDA label of Swab Applicator Brushes 8.3% w/w Povidone-Iodine and 72.5% w/w Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA), Xinxiang Xinda Technology Co., Ltd, effective May 24, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Swab Applicator Brushes Iodine (0.7% Available Iodine) and Isopropyl Alcohol (74% w/w) · Xinxiang Xinda Technology Co., Ltd
Isopropyl alcohol 740 mg/mL · Povidone-iodine 100 mg/mL, swab (topical)
Active ingredient
Iodine (0.7% Available Iodine) Isopropyl alcohol 74% w/w
Purpose
Antiseptic
Uses
for the preparation of the patient's skin prior to surgery. Helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection.
Warnings
For external use only. Flammable, keep away from fire or flame. To reduce risk of fire, PREP CAREFULLY
Do not use
3-ml applicator for head and neck surgery Solution contains alcohol and gives off flammable vapors Avoid getting solution into hairy areas. Hair may take up to 1 hour to dry. Wet hair is flammable Do not drape or use ignition source (e.g., cautery, laser) until solution is completely dry (minimum of 3 minutes on hairless skin; up to 1 hour in hair) Do not allow solution to pool Remove wet materials from prep area
Do not use
On patients with known allergies to Iodine or isopropyl alcohol For lumbar puncture or in contact with the meninges On open skin wounds or as a general skin cleanser
When using this product
keep out of eyes, ears, and mouth. May cause serious or permanent injury if permitted to enter and remain. If contact occurs, rinse with cold water right away and contact a doctor.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause skin irritation or chemical burns. Use in a well ventilated area Maximal treatment area for one applicator is approximately 13.2 in. x 13.2 in. (1126 cm²). Do not use 26-ml applicator for area smaller than 8.4 in. x 8.4 in. Use a smaller applicator instead. Do not use 26-ml applicator for head and neck surgery Remove applicator from package; do not touch sponge hold the applicator with the sponge down. Open the switch only once to activate the ampules and release the antiseptic. Wet the sponge by pressing and releasing the sponge against the treatment area until liquid is visible on the skin Completely wet the treatment area with antiseptic Dry surgical sites (e.g. abdomen or arm): use gentle repeated back-and-forth strokes for 30 seconds Moist surgical sites (e.g., inguinal fold): use gentle repeated back-and-forth strokes for 2 minutes Do not allow solution to pool; tuck prep towels to absorb solution, and then remove Allow the solution to completely dry (minimum of 3 minutes on hairless skin; up to 1 hour in hair). Do not blot or wipe away. Discard the applicator after a single use along with any portion of the solution not required to cover the prep area. It is not necessary to use the entire amount available.
Inactive ingredients
USP Purified water
— FDA label of Swab Applicator Brushes Iodine (0.7% Available Iodine) and Isopropyl Alcohol (74% w/w), Xinxiang Xinda Technology Co., Ltd, effective June 23, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
This page is not medical advice. Read the label on your package, and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are not sure a medicine is right for you, for your child, or with your other medicines.
Same medicine, other brands
Each group lists the products that have exactly the same active ingredients, in the same amount and form, as registered with the FDA (NDC Directory). A store brand in the same group has the same medicine as the name brand; inactive ingredients, flavors and package sizes can differ. Each product links to its own official label.
Isopropyl alcohol 725 mg/mL · Povidone-iodine 8.3 mg/mL · sponge (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| PurPrep | CareFusion 213 LLC | DailyMed |
Isopropyl alcohol 725 mg/mL · Povidone-iodine 83 mg/mL · swab (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Swab Applicator Brushes 8.3% w/w Povidone-Iodine and 72.5% w/w Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) | Xinxiang Xinda Technology Co., Ltd | DailyMed |
Isopropyl alcohol 740 mg/mL · Povidone-iodine 100 mg/mL · swab (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Swab Applicator Brushes Iodine (0.7% Available Iodine) and Isopropyl Alcohol (74% w/w) | Xinxiang Xinda Technology Co., Ltd | DailyMed |
Companies that sell this medicine
The company named on the package (maker or distributor), as listed in the FDA NDC Directory, with its number of over-the-counter products of this medicine.
- Xinxiang Xinda Technology Co., Ltd2 products
- CareFusion 213 LLC1 product
Recalls
From FDA enforcement reports, matched by the product’s NDC code or label. A recall usually covers specific products or lots: check the name and lot number on your package.
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June 11, 2026 · Class II · Ongoing · D-0644-2026
Lack of assurance of sterility: Unsterilized ChloraPrep & PurPrep Applicators, intended for further processing and sterilization were instead distributed to customers outside of the intended distribution channel
BD PurPrep, (Povidone-iodine 8.3% w/w (0.83% available iodine) with isopropyl alcohol 72.5% w/w), 50 x 26 mL Applicator/case, STERILE SOLUTION, CAREFUSION 213, LLC, EL PASO, TX 79912, subsidiary of Beckton, Dickson and C — CareFusion 213, LLC
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April 22, 2026 · Class II · Ongoing · D-0518-2026
Lack of assurance of Sterility: potential product contamination
BD PurPrep, Povidone-iodine 8.3% w/w (0.83% available iodine) with isopropyl alcohol 72.5% w/w Sterile Solution, 0.36 fl. oz. (10.5 mL) x 25 applicators per box. Carefusion 213, LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, subsidary of Becto — CareFusion 213, LLC
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April 22, 2026 · Class II · Ongoing · D-0517-2026
Lack of assurance of Sterility: potential product contamination
BD PurPrep, Povidone-iodine 8.3% w/w (0.83% available iodine) with isopropyl alcohol 72.5% w/w Sterile Solution, 25x26mL Applicators per carton. Carefusion 213 LLC, El Paso, TX 79912, NDC 54365-014-42. — CareFusion 213, LLC
Sources
- Drug labeling (SPL, openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- NDC Directory (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- Drug recall enforcement reports (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 27, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- FDA rule for the Drug Facts label (21 CFR 201.66)
Only medicines marketed under FDA rules for nonprescription drugs (an FDA monograph or an FDA approval) are listed. Homeopathic products are not listed: the FDA does not evaluate them for safety or effectiveness.