Schülke MICROSHIELD® PVP Povidone-Iodine Surgical Handwash is a topical antiseptic solution formulated with 7.5% w/v Povidone-Iodine, equivalent to 0.75% w/v available iodine. It is designed for antibacterial hand washing and surgical hand washing in professional healthcare environments.
The formulation provides a broad-spectrum antimicrobial surgical handwash and contains emollient and moisturising ingredients. In addition to hand hygiene, Schülke specifies the product for pre-operative body washing and showering.
MICROSHIELD® PVP is supplied ready to use and is applied undiluted. The 500 ml variant is listed by Schülke India under article number 70000712, making it a suitable format for healthcare facilities, surgical areas and clinical hand-washing stations.
Why Choose This Product?
- Professional surgical handwash from Schülke
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Contains 7.5% w/v Povidone-Iodine
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Equivalent to 0.75% w/v available iodine
- Broad-spectrum antimicrobial surgical handwash
- Suitable for antibacterial hand washing
- Suitable for surgical hand washing
- Can be used for pre-operative body washing and showering
- Contains emollient and moisturising ingredients
- Ready to use without dilution
- Convenient 500 ml healthcare pack
- Non-staining formulation according to Schülke's India product brochure
Key Features
7.5% Povidone-Iodine
MICROSHIELD® PVP contains Povidone-Iodine IP 7.5% w/v, equivalent to 0.75% w/v available iodine.
Surgical Handwash Formulation
The product is specifically positioned as a broad-spectrum antimicrobial surgical handwash for antibacterial and surgical hand washing.
Ready-to-Use Solution
MICROSHIELD® PVP is used undiluted, simplifying preparation and routine application in clinical settings.
Emollient & Moisturiser
The formulation contains emollient and moisturising ingredients, supporting skin-care considerations during professional hand-washing routines.
Pre-Operative Body Washing
Schülke also specifies the product for pre-operative body washing and showering.
Non-Staining
Schülke's India product brochure identifies MICROSHIELD® PVP as non-staining.
Benefits
- Supports antibacterial hand hygiene in healthcare settings
- Suitable for surgical hand-washing procedures
- Provides a povidone-iodine-based antiseptic formulation
- Ready-to-use format eliminates dilution during routine application
- Suitable for pre-operative body washing and showering
- Contains emollient and moisturising ingredients
- Convenient 500 ml format for clinical environments
- Broad-spectrum antimicrobial positioning for surgical handwash applications
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
Schülke |
| Product Name |
MICROSHIELD® PVP Povidone-Iodine Surgical Handwash |
| Product Type |
Topical antiseptic solution |
| Active Ingredient |
Povidone-Iodine |
| Povidone-Iodine Concentration |
7.5% w/v |
| Available Iodine |
0.75% w/v |
| Form |
Liquid solution |
| Application |
Antibacterial hand washing |
| Surgical Use |
Surgical hand washing and scrubbing |
| Additional Application |
Pre-operative body washing and showering |
| Use |
Undiluted |
| Formulation Feature |
Emollient and moisturiser |
| Antimicrobial Positioning |
Broad-spectrum antimicrobial surgical handwash |
| Product Standard Listed |
EN 1499 |
| Pack Size |
500 ml |
| Manufacturer Article No. |
70000712 |
| Shipping Case |
20 × 500 ml |
| Manufacturer |
Schülke & Mayr GmbH |
| Indian Company |
Schülke India Private Limited |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Schülke MICROSHIELD® PVP used for?
MICROSHIELD® PVP is a topical antiseptic solution used for antibacterial hand washing and surgical hand washing. It can also be used for pre-operative body washing and showering.
2. What is the active ingredient in MICROSHIELD® PVP?
The active ingredient is Povidone-Iodine at 7.5% w/v, equivalent to 0.75% w/v available iodine.
3. Is MICROSHIELD® PVP a surgical handwash?
Yes. Schülke identifies it as a Povidone-Iodine Surgical Handwash and specifies it for surgical hand washing and scrubbing.
4. Is MICROSHIELD® PVP ready to use?
Yes. The product is used undiluted according to Schülke's instructions.
5. How much MICROSHIELD® PVP is used for antibacterial hand washing?
Schülke's product instructions specify 3.5 ml on wet hands, followed by 30 seconds of washing, rinsing and drying.
6. How long is the surgical hand-washing procedure?
For surgical hand washing, the manufacturer's instructions specify repeating the washing procedure for 2 minutes, followed by thorough rinsing and drying with a sterile towel.
7. Can MICROSHIELD® PVP be used for pre-operative body washing?
Yes. Schülke lists pre-operative body washing and showering as an application area.
8. Does MICROSHIELD® PVP contain moisturising ingredients?
Yes. Schülke identifies the product as containing emollient and moisturiser.
9. What is the available iodine concentration?
The product contains 7.5% w/v Povidone-Iodine, equivalent to 0.75% w/v available iodine.
10. What is the article number for the 500 ml pack?
Schülke India's current product brochure lists 70000712 as the article number for the 500 ml MICROSHIELD® PVP Handwash pack.
