Iodine and povidone-iodine are fundamental active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with a wide range of applications, primarily for their potent antiseptic and disinfectant properties. Povidone-iodine (PVP-I) is a stable chemical complex of polyvinylpyrrolidone and elemental iodine. It is a broad-spectrum antiseptic used to prevent and treat infections in surgical procedures, wound care, and...