250 GM povidone iodine ointment USP is basically a topical antiseptic used to treat and prevent infection. It offers anti-infection protection against a range of microorganisms that can infect small burns, scrapes, cuts, and wounds. This product contains povidone-iodine as the main component which helps in lowering the risk of infection. In addition to this, 250 GM povidone iodine ointment USP assists in avoiding infections. This medication is also used as a surgical hand scrub and to wash the skin and surface of the eye before surgery.It works well and doesn't slow down wound healing.