Inadine PVP-I Non-Adherent Dressing – 3M / Solventum

Inadine PVP-I Non-Adherent Dressing is a clinically trusted iodine wound dressing used in hospitals, aged care, and home wound management across Australia. Made from a soft knitted viscose fabric impregnated with 10% Povidone Iodine (PVP-I), it delivers broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection while minimising adherence to the wound bed reducing pain and tissue damage at every dressing change.

Indications for Use

Inadine is indicated for the management of:

• Ulcerative wounds (including venous leg ulcers and pressure injuries)
• Minor burns and partial-thickness burn wounds
• Minor traumatic skin loss injuries
• Chronic wounds with surface bacterial colonisation

How Inadine Works

The Povidone Iodine molecule provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial action, proven effective against bacteria including MRSA. As the PVP-I is released from the dressing, it changes colour from orange to white a built-in visual indicator that tells clinicians exactly when a dressing change is needed, preventing unnecessary interventions and reducing care costs.

Key Clinical Benefits

• Antimicrobial protection against bacteria, fungi, protozoa and viruses (in vitro)
• Non-adherent design protects granulation tissue during removal
• Colour-change indicator reduces unnecessary dressing changes
• Clinically shown to reduce care costs by up to 40%
• In a clinical evaluation, 90% of patients reported no adherence and no pain at dressing change

Product Codes & Sizes

• 5cm x 5cm - Product Code P01481 - available each or box of 25
• 9.5cm x 9.5cm - Product Code P01512 - available each or box of 25

Note: Inadine was formerly branded as 3M Inadine and is now transitioning to Solventum Inadine. Same proven formula, same product codes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Inadine do for a wound?
Inadine delivers 10% Povidone Iodine directly to the wound surface, providing broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection against bacteria, fungi and viruses. It protects the wound bed from infection while minimising adherence to delicate granulation tissue, which reduces pain and the risk of tissue damage during dressing removal. The iodine is slowly released as the dressing warms to body temperature, providing sustained antimicrobial action.

How long can you leave Inadine on a wound?
Inadine has a built-in colour-change indicator — the dressing starts orange and turns white as the Povidone Iodine is depleted. When the dressing is fully white, it is time to change it. In practice this is typically every 1–3 days depending on wound exudate levels and clinical assessment. The colour change prevents unnecessary dressing changes and helps reduce overall care costs.

Who cannot use Inadine?
Inadine should not be used on patients with known iodine hypersensitivity or thyroid disorders. It is also not recommended for use on neonates, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or patients with renal impairment due to the risk of systemic iodine absorption. Always consult a clinician or wound care specialist before use if there is any uncertainty about contraindications.