Question

Why is tincture iodine applied on wounds ?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

James Mill (1773–1836) was a Scots-born political philosopher, historian, psychologist, educational theorist, economist, and legal, political and penal reformer. Well-known and highly regarded in his day, he is now all but forgotten.Nov 30, 2005

Works written: Analysis of the phenomena of the human mind., The History of British I...

Born: 6 April 1773

Profession: Philosopher, Historian, Writer

Children: John Stuart Mill

Answer 2

Answer:

Iodine is a highly effective topical antimicrobial that has been used clinically in the treatment of wounds for more than 170 years. It has a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity with efficacy against bacteria, mycobacteria, fungi, protozoa and viruses and can be used to treat both acute and chronic wounds1.