One of the most important substances for the body is iodine. Deficiency of this element can cause a number of serious pathologies. To eliminate the problem, you should take iodine-containing drugs. Let's take a closer look at what the most effective medicines should be taken in this case.
Benefits of iodine
For the normal functioning of the human body, many trace elements are needed. Iodine is among the most important of them. It is not synthesized on its own, and therefore its supply must be constantly replenished from the outside.
Iodine is needed for the normal functioning of the thyroid gland responsible for the production of thyroid hormones (triiodothyronine and thyroxine). They are involved in metabolic processes, regulation of oxygen absorption by tissues, formation and development of the skeleton, the central nervous system. In addition, the thyroid gland performs disinfecting functions, passing blood through itself, and iodine in this case acts as an antiseptic.
It is believed that the chemical element helps to restore the vital energy expended during the day. The trace element is responsible for the normal functioning of the nervous system, providingcalming effect. Mental abilities also depend on the amount of iodine.
Indications for prescribing iodine preparations
More iodine (about 90%) enters the body with food of plant and animal origin, seafood. Another part is with air. But this applies only to those areas that border on the sea coast. If there is a trace element deficiency in the body, drug therapy will be required. Iodine-containing drugs help prevent the development of such severe pathologies as hypothyroidism, atherosclerosis, childhood cretinism, endemic goiter.
With a slight iodine deficiency, lethargy occurs, accompanied by drowsiness and constant fatigue. In more serious cases, Bezedov's disease develops - diffuse toxic goiter or thyroid adenoma.
An increase in the thyroid gland occurs due to the fact that the body is trying to regulate the production of hormones in case of an acute shortage of a microelement. Gradually, the thyroid gland ceases to function normally, as the body signals with the following symptoms:
- appears overweight, which is hard to get rid of;
- mental activity is disturbed;
- have trouble concentrating;
- disorientation in space;
- stunting and mental retardation (children);
- impossibility of bearing a pregnancy.
To eliminate the lack of a microelement, dietary adjustment and drug exposure will be required. Good iodine preparationsquickly restore thyroid activity and have a positive effect on metabolic processes in the body.
The best remedies
Medications containing iodine help to return the thyroid gland to normal size. It is usually recommended to take them within six months. However, they can only be prescribed by a specialist - an endocrinologist who will first examine the patient.
In the early stages of the development of pathology, vitamin complexes and iodine-containing preparations will be effective. The following medications are best for the thyroid gland:
- "Jodomarin".
- "Yod-Active".
- Yodbalance.
- "Potassium Iodide".
The trace element is also contained in vitamin complexes: Vitrum, AlfaVit, Multi-Tabs Classic, Unigeks. Usually such drugs are taken for at least a month. After that, a break is made, and the course of therapy (if necessary) is repeated.
"Iodomarin": instructions for use
A highly effective drug is "Iodomarin" - a product of the German pharmaceutical company "Berlin Chemie". Potassium iodide is used as the active substance. The drug is produced only in the form of tablets, which may contain 131 (Iodomarin 100) or 262 μg (Iodomarin 200) component. Lactose monohydrate, colloidal silicon dioxide (highly dispersed), magnesium stearate, gelatin and light magnesium carbonate are used as excipients.
Inorganiciodine, which is the basis of the drug, helps to get rid of microelement deficiency and to establish the production of thyroid hormones necessary for the functioning of all systems and organs. After oral administration, the substance is rapidly absorbed in the intestinal tract and begins to accumulate in the thyroid gland, kidneys, mammary glands, and stomach. Excess iodine is excreted mainly in the urine.
Indications for appointment
An adult needs at least 150 mcg of iodine per day. Most people get half that dose at best. The drug "Iodomarin" will help to avoid the development of a pathological condition. Instructions for use recommends taking pills for iodine deficiency, including during pregnancy and lactation to prevent the development of serious illnesses in the baby. The drug is used in the treatment of endemic and euthyroid goiter. In order to prevent the pills are prescribed to people who are in places with high radiation.
Many iodine-containing preparations, including Iodomarin, are used in pediatric practice for element deficiency in newborns and young children.
Dosage and method of administration
The dosage of tablets is selected individually and depends on the age of the patient, the severity of the condition. So, for children under 12 years old, it is recommended to give 50-100 micrograms of iodine per day. Tablets are allowed to break and, if necessary, dissolve in milk or juice. This is the most convenient way to give the drug to your baby.
Adults and children over 12it is shown to take 100-200 mcg of potassium iodide per day. The medication can be taken at one time. It is advisable to do this in the morning, because the active ingredient has a slight invigorating effect and can cause difficulty sleeping at night.
"Iodine-Active" or "Iodomarin": which is better?
"Iodine-Active" - a dietary supplement that allows you to make up for the lack of trace elements in the body. The cost of the medicine is 130-170 rubles. The active ingredient in the preparation is contained in the form of iodocasein, which is well absorbed in case of deficiency and excreted in excess, without entering the thyroid gland. This happens due to the fact that the active substance under the action of liver enzymes is cleaved from the milk protein. The enzymes themselves begin to be produced only in cases of lack of iodine in the body.
For thyroid diseases, a specialist may prescribe drugs such as Iodine-Active or Iodomarin. Which of these medications is best taken to eliminate iodine deficiency can only be decided by a doctor. It should be borne in mind that dietary supplements have a less pronounced therapeutic effect. In addition, such drugs do not pass clinical trials at all and therefore can cause a number of side effects.
How to take "Iodine-Active"?
The dosage of the medicine is determined individually. For babies up to 12 months, 50 mcg of iodocasein is prescribed, and children under 7 years old should be given 90-100 mcg of the active substance per day. Patients from 7 to 12 years of age should take tablets at a dosage of 120 mcg. For adults -150-200 mcg of iodocasein per day.
Iodine-containing drugs often cause tachycardia. After taking the tablets, an unpleasant aftertaste may appear in the mouth. It is recommended to take a nutritional supplement during pregnancy only after consulting a gynecologist.
"Yodbalance": description of the drug
Medication "Iodbalance" instruction recommends taking in case of iodine deficiency and for the prevention of thyroid pathologies. The drug is available in tablets with a dosage of 100 and 200 micrograms of iodine. To prevent iodine deficiency, you should take 100 micrograms of iodine per day. The tablet is allowed to dissolve in a spoonful of water. During pregnancy, the dose is increased to 200 mcg per day.
The drug "Iodbalance" instruction prohibits prescribing for hyperthyroidism, thyroid tumors, nodular toxic goiter, galactose intolerance and lactase deficiency, hypersensitivity to iodine.
