<i>p</i>-Sulfonato-Calix[4]arene Micelles Stabilize a Povidone Iodine Solution: Supramolecular Interactions, Iodine Retention, and Bactericidal Activity

<i>p</i>-Sulfonato-Calix[4]arene Micelles Stabilize a Povidone Iodine Solution: Supramolecular Interactions, Iodine Retention, and Bactericidal Activity

Povidone iodine (PVPI) is an antiseptic widely used against a broad spectrum of pathogens. However, undesired side-effects are still associated with PVPI treatment due to the irritant effect of iodine. Reducing the concentration of a PVPI formulation could provide safer and more friendly formulation...

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Main Authors: Rossella Migliore, Loredana Ferreri, Danilo Aleo, Claudia Giovanna Leotta, Giovanni Mario Pitari, Nicola D’Antona, Carmelo Sgarlata, Grazia Maria Letizia Consoli
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-01-01
Series:Nanomaterials
Subjects:
povidone-iodine
sulfonato-calix[4]arene
micellar aggregate
non-covalent interactions
antibacterial activity
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4991/13/2/286

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