“…The choice of PVP was preceded by a comprehensive analysis of the literature and by preliminary tests. − The compound has been used as a serum albumin substitute. , Currently it is being used, among others, as a component of artificial tears protecting the eyes against irritation and drying. Complexes of PVP with a strongly bactericidal iodine are commonly used wound disinfectants due to the fact that they are less toxic than iodine. , There are also few literature reports describing attempts to apply PVP as a component of synovial fluids. ,,, Polyvinylpyrrolidone has also been widely used in the pharmaceutical, medical, food, and cosmetics industries. ,,, In living organisms PVP does not undergo chemical changes, is highly biologically resistant, and accumulates in the environment. , High biodegradation resistance is beneficial from the viewpoint of its potential applications in tribology. The compounds will be stable as lubricant components.…”