Universal solution iodinol belongs to the category of the most common medications used for effective disinfection of damaged areas of the skin and mucous membranes. The drug is suitable for both external and internal use. Specialists prescribe such a solution to those patients who have been diagnosed with infectious and inflammatory tissue lesions, burns, pathologies of ENT organs, trauma to the skin. Iodinol is excellent for the prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis and tertiary syphilis.
Short description
Modern solution of iodinol belongs to the pharmacological group of broad-spectrum antiseptics. The tool has an antifungal and antimicrobial effect, which is especially important for the effective fight against diseases of the mucous membranes of the mouth and nose, the elimination of genital infections, and the treatment of wounds. The solution can be used to wet dressings for varicose ulcers.
Iodinol is available as a dark blue solution based on crystalline iodine. Provided the correctthe use of the medicine is absolutely safe. Due to the fact that polyvinyl alcohol is included in the composition, the final toxicity of the drug is reduced. The agent has a detrimental effect on gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. The universal composition allows you to quickly overcome pathogenic flora and yeast fungi. But iodinol is useless against Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Composition
The instructions for the solution of iodinol indicate that the drug is sold in pharmacies without a prescription in dark glass bottles of 100 milliliters. The bubbles are packed in small cardboard boxes. This medication is characterized by foaming. Even if the bottle has not been shaken for a long time, small bubbles may be visible on the walls of the container.
Pharmacists report that the following substances are included in the aqueous solution of iodinol:
- Potassium iodide.
- Purified water.
- Crystal iodine.
- Polyvinyl alcohol.
You can store the medicine only in a cool and dark place, like all other medicines. The maximum shelf life is 18 months from the date of manufacture. But manufacturers claim that iodinol can be used for up to three years, until a cloudy precipitate appears. If the medicine has been frozen, then it must be disposed of.
Indications for use
The use of iodinol solution may be due not only to preventive measures, but also to combination therapy. The tool allowscope with microbial infections with various injuries of the skin, as well as with infectious pathologies of the ENT organs. You can avoid possible adverse reactions if you consult a doctor before using the medication.
When used correctly, iodinol helps to cope with the following ailments:
- Acute muscle pain (fibromyalgia, polymyositis).
- Injuries and wounds on the surface of the skin.
- Infectious and inflammatory lesions of the mucous membranes.
- Chronic tonsillitis.
- Purulent otitis.
- Trophic and varicose forms of complex ulcerative lesions.
- Atrophic rhinitis.
- Infected burns I and II degree (chemical or thermal type).
- Wounds that are prone to infection.
Inside iodinol can be used for universal prevention and treatment of syphilis, atherosclerosis.
It is forbidden to give the product to children under 5 years old. During the period of bearing a child and during breastfeeding, it is strictly forbidden to use iodinol.
Dosage
The instructions for use of the iodinol solution indicate that this drug is excellent for antiseptic treatment of damaged areas of the skin. The final dosage can be prescribed exclusively by the attending physician. For local therapy, the drug is used as follows:
- Treatment of otitis media: 4-8 drops are instilled into each ear for two weeks. The duration of therapy is 1 month.
- Experts recommend using a solution of iodinol to rinse the lacunae of the tonsils and the supratonsillar space. The tool is used every 4 hours, taking small breaks between procedures. Treatment lasts 3-4 days.
- Daily lubrication of the tonsils for chronic tonsillitis.
- Irrigation of the pharynx and nose with atrophic rhinitis. The procedure is carried out 1 time in 2 days for three months. It should be noted that before irrigation, it is necessary to soften the crusts and then remove them.
- Careful wetting of gauze dressings that can be applied to festering wounds and burns.
- Impregnation of napkins that are used to treat trophic and varicose wounds. The affected areas must be washed, after which zinc ointment is applied around the wounds. Only after that a bandage with iodinol is applied on top. Periodically, manipulations are repeated until complete recovery.
- Preparing a douching solution for thrush.
Contraindications
Iodinol solution can penetrate into the systemic circulation and affect the condition of tissues and internal organs. Because of this, there are certain contraindications for use. Experts say that the drug is strictly prohibited for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
With local and external use, iodinol is contraindicated if the patient has hypersensitivity or intolerance to the components of the drug. Inside the medicine is prohibited to take in the following cases:
- Hemorrhagic diathesis.
- Furunculosis.
- Chronic pyoderma.
- Pulmonary tuberculosis.
- Children under 5 years of age.
- Acne.
- Nephrosis.
- Adenoma.
- Urticaria.
- Enlarged thyroid.
- Jade.
Adverse reactions
Failure to follow the basic rules for using iodinol solution is fraught with the fact that the patient may experience negative side effects. In this case, you need to stop using the medicine. If the situation does not improve, you should seek qualified help in the hospital.
Side effects of iodinol include:
- Urticaria.
- Quincke's edema.
- Wearing.
- Skin irritation.
- Vomiting.
- Pain and burning in the throat, mouth.
- Irritable.
- Insomnia.
- Acne.
- Increased salivation.
- Nausea.
- Disruption of kidney function.
- Rhinitis.
- Diarrhea.
- Tachycardia.
- Sweating.
- Rhinitis.
Regulations for gargling
Iodinol solution for gargling perfectly helps with tonsillitis of various types: lacunar, follicular, purulent. If the disease is acute and accompanied by painful symptoms, then the procedure should be repeated every 4 hours. Rinsing is carried out according to the following scheme:
- you need to take 50 milliliters of the solution into your mouth;
- head carefullythrow back;
- you need to open your mouth a little and draw out the sound "A";
- after 40 seconds, spit out the solution;
- after the procedure, you can not eat for at least 60 minutes.
Interaction principle
Yodinol is strictly forbidden to be taken together with those medicines that contain ammonia solution, mercury, essential oils, alkaline antiseptics, and oxidizing agents. The tool can reduce the effectiveness of those drugs that are designed to normalize the thyroid gland. It is permissible to use a solution of iodinol together with antibiotics, as well as to carry out physiotherapy.
Available analogues
There are no 100% analogs of iodinol in composition yet. But there are medicines that have a similar principle of pharmacological action. The most common drugs in this category include:
- Lugol. Used for effective treatment of throat diseases and stomatitis.
- Iodine. Wound healing medicine with antiseptic properties.
- Boric acid. An indispensable remedy for otitis media.
- Doxycycline. A versatile antibiotic used to treat upper respiratory ailments.
Many experts recommend the use of ioddicerin, which acts as a broad-spectrum antiseptic. Furacilin, produced in the form of tablets for the preparation of a healing solution, is considered no less effective. Can be used to treat purulent wounds, sunburns,pressure sores, as well as washing the nose and ear canal.
Any medicine can be used only after consulting a specialist. The cost of iodinol depends on the volume of the bottle and the presence of a special spray nozzle. The average price ranges from 25 to 80 rubles. You can buy the drug at any pharmacy without a prescription.
