Which virus is Povidine-Iodine effective against?

Povidone-iodine is widely recognized as an antiseptic with broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity. Its effectiveness lies primarily in its ability to disrupt the protein structure of microorganisms, making it suitable for various types of viruses and bacteria.

In this context, Hepatitis A virus (Hep A) is indeed one of the viruses that Povidone-iodine has been shown to effectively inactivate. This is particularly relevant in settings involving surgical procedures and disinfection protocols where protecting against viral contamination is crucial. Povidone-iodine acts by releasing iodine, which has strong virucidal activity against many enveloped and non-enveloped viruses, including Hep A.

In contrast, while Povidone-iodine may have varying degrees of effectiveness against other viruses such as HIV, Hep B, and Herpes Simplex Virus, its known and documented efficacy is particularly highlighted with Hepatitis A in clinical settings and disinfection practices.