Created for Novartis by Origin – Povirex is a combination of two medicines; the antibiotic agent (metronidazole) and (povidone iodine), it is indicated for the treatment and prevention of wound infection. Povirex prevents the growth of the microorganisms that may infect the wound and promotes healing of the wound
Powerful and effective sounding the name Povirex provides a reference to povidone as well as conveying the strength/efficacy of the antibiotic. Easily pronounced the name re-enforces the ideas of strength and high-performance.