Spray iodinol instructions for use for children. Iodinol: a budget antiseptic with a broad spectrum of action

Iodine, due to its good antiseptic properties, has found application not only for external treatment of the skin, but also for the treatment of infectious lesions of the mucous membranes. Well-known iodine-based preparations - Lugol, Jox - are available in the form of solutions and sprays.

A similar medicine to them is Iodinol, the instructions for use for rinsing the throat of which are the subject of consideration in this article.

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Iodinol solution composition

The composition of Iodinol (100 ml) includes:

• iodine (0.1 g);
• potassium iodide (0.3 g);
• polyvinyl alcohol (0.9 g);
• water (up to 100 ml).

The drug has a characteristic smell of iodine and a dark blue color, due to which it received the informal name "blue iodine". The solution foams when shaken.

Iodinol is sold in pharmacies in bottles of various sizes from 25 ml to 250 ml, glass and plastic. For hospitals, the drug is produced in bottles of up to 5 liters.

The drug for individual use is available in several forms:

• with a brush stick;
• with spray nozzle;
• in vials without additional accessories.

Instructions for use Iodinol for gargling

Depending on the configuration of the bottle and the therapeutic objectives, the solution can be used in 3 ways:

• lubrication;
• spraying;
• rinsing.

The instructions for use of Iodinol do not imply rinsing. Nevertheless, such a practice of using this drug exists.

How to gargle with Iodinol:

1. The drug is measured using a measuring cup (not supplied) or using a tablespoon.
2. In the absence of a measuring cup, measure 1 tablespoon of the drug into a glass.
3. Add 100-200 ml of warm water to a glass.
4. Then gargle with the resulting solution for 1-2 minutes.

Instructions for the use of Iodinol for gargling children

Iodinol is produced by several Russian pharmaceutical factories. But they all warn that the drug should not be given to children until at least 6 years of age. For vials not equipped with a stick, brush or spray, the instructions for use of Iodinol indicate that the solution should be used with caution until the age of 18.

The restriction on the use of rinsing solution in children is due to the fact that, firstly, the child must be able to gargle and, secondly, must understand that the medicine cannot be swallowed. If these conditions are met, there is no reason not to use Iodinol in children. Moreover, iodine is a necessary element for the development of the child's body. In the quantities that a child can receive iodine from the drug by absorption from the mucous membrane (provided that it is used according to the instructions), it does not pose a danger.

When swallowing 15 ml of the drug (1 tablespoon), 15 mg of iodine and 45 mg of potassium salt of hydroiodic acid enter the body. As a result, the child will develop symptoms of the so-called "iodism": swelling of the mucous membranes, increased salivation, skin rashes. Poisoning with iodine is also likely, characterized by the following symptoms:

• overexcitation;
• irritability;
• increased heart rate;
• sleep disturbance;
• nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and other dyspeptic symptoms.

By using Iodinol according to the instructions, all these side effects can be avoided.

The antimicrobial activity of the drug, with the simultaneous absence of pharmacological negative effects, makes Iodinol the optimal agent for the treatment of throat and oral mucosa in children.

A significant advantage of the drug is its good tolerance and the absence of irritation at the site of application.

Children's dosage of Iodinol for gargling does not differ from that of an adult.

Children who do not yet know how to rinse should use the product by smearing it with the supplied brush or cotton swab (cotton swab).

Use during pregnancy and lactation

The instructions for the use of Iodinol indicate that it is contraindicated to use the drug during pregnancy and lactation.

Iodine crosses the placenta and is also deposited in the mammary glands. Gargling with Iodinol should not be carried out, because with this form of application, the solution contacts a large area of \u200b\u200bthe mucous membrane, which ensures active absorption of iodine from the preparation.

An alternative option is recommended - brushing or spraying - in these forms, doctors prescribe this drug for both pregnant women and during breastfeeding. Supplementary iodine intake is useful during these periods.

How to dilute Iodinol

The manufacturer in the instructions for the use of Iodinol does not specify the method of using the rinse solution: whether it needs to be diluted, and in what proportion it should be done.

Since there are no exact instructions for diluting the drug, you can focus on the ratio from 1: 7 to 1:14 - i.e. dilute 1 tablespoon of the solution in 100-200 ml of water. During the course of the treatment, you will be able to stop at whichever concentration seems more appropriate for you.

How to gargle with Iodinol

Follow the instructions for using Iodinol:

1. Measure the required amount of solution into a glass and mix with water as shown above.
2. Pour the contents of the glass into your mouth.
3. Tilt your head back and look up.
4. Breathe in through your nose.
5. Open your mouth a little.
6. Say a long vowel "A" or just exhale SLOWLY through your mouth.
7. Repeat steps 4-6 several times for a total of 1-2 minutes.
8. Spit the solution.

How to lubricate

In accordance with the instructions for use, Iodinol does not require additional dilution for lubrication. The drug is applied with a brush or cotton swab (on tweezers, on a pencil). You can use a cotton swab. Be guided by the following algorithm:

1. Pour a small amount into a separate container (lid, small bath, etc.).
2. Dip a brush (swab, cotton swab) into the container with the preparation.
3. Treat the required area as many times as necessary.
4. The remaining solution should be disposed of.

In the same way, Iodinol lubricates the tonsils of a child with angina. The procedure is not the most pleasant one. However, done carefully, it is well tolerated by children.

Indications for use

The drug is indicated as an antiseptic for external and local use:

• with infectious inflammation of the oral mucosa;
• for the prevention of infectious inflammation of the oral mucosa;
• at;
• for the treatment of skin ulcerations;
• for the treatment of burn injuries.

Iodinol for angina

Instructions for the use of Iodinol recommends using the drug in the form of washes. The procedure is carried out by ENT doctors using a syringe with a special nozzle.

At home, patients with angina can lubricate the tonsils with a cotton swab or brush. Rinse is applicable. However, due to the fact that it is carried out with a dilute solution, this procedure is less effective than lubrication.

In addition, for angina, it is appropriate to spray the agent directly onto the tonsils.

Treatment with Iodinol for angina should be carried out 3-4 times a day.

It must be borne in mind that the presence of pus or blood weakens the antiseptic effect of iodine. Therefore, if there is pus on the tonsils, you should first clean it from dirt.

Iodinol for angina for both children and adults should be used as part of complex therapy under the supervision of a physician.

Iodinol for sore throat

Despite the fact that the drug does not have an analgesic effect, its use is justified for bacterial pharyngitis. It allows you to effectively fight germs. Suppresses, including fungal infection.

Iodinol for stomatitis

The most convenient way to use for stomatitis is lubrication. Using a tampon or a brush, it is possible to apply the drug pointwise, directly to the inflamed areas. Iodinol is often prescribed for stomatitis in children.

Contraindications and side effects

The drug is contraindicated:

• with an allergic reaction to iodine;
• with thyrotoxicosis;
• during pregnancy and lactation (in the form of rinsing);

Possible side effects:

• allergic reactions;
• increased salivation;
• swelling of the mucous membrane;
• runny nose.

Iodinol can be purchased at the pharmacy not only in the form of a solution for rinsing and treating mucous membranes, but also in the form of a spray. In this case, the bottle is equipped with a spray nozzle.

The advantage of the spray is obvious: it is convenient to spray it down the throat to the desired areas. This is important when you consider that iodine leaves marks on hands, clothes and objects that the drug can accidentally get on when handling the solution (dilution, rinsing, application).

When buying Iodinol, ask the seller if there is a spray bottle on the bottle to use it as a spray.

Analogues of Iodinol solution

Iodine as an antiseptic is found in medicines such as Lugol and Jocks. Both are produced at Russian pharmaceutical plants.

The basis of which is a water-alcohol solution of a complex of iodine and povidone. The advantage of this drug is a slower release of iodine from the complex and, accordingly, a more prolonged antiseptic effect.

In the form of a spray and solution - a mixture of glycerin and iodine. The enveloping action of glycerin also contributes to a longer duration of action.

Iodinol of the listed iodine-containing preparations is the cheapest.

What is better Lugol or Iodinol

Let's highlight the main characteristics of Lugol and Iodinol:

1. Both preparations contain iodine at the same concentration.
2. Iodinol is tasteless, usually does not sting.
3. Lugol is more aggressive, often irritating.
4. Lugol is not used for rinsing.

Judging by the reviews, the therapeutic efficacy of both drugs is high, about the same.

Iodinol: instructions for use and reviews

Latin name: Iodinol

ATX code: D08AG03

Active substance: iodide + potassium iodide + polyvinyl alcohol

Producer: Ivanovskaya pharmaceutical factory (Russia), Troitsk iodine plant, JSC (Russia), Samaramedprom (Russia), Tula pharmaceutical factory (Russia), Kazan pharmaceutical factory (Russia), Ivanovskaya pharmaceutical factory (Russia)

Description and photo update: 19.08.2019

Iodinol is an external preparation with antiseptic action.

Release form and composition

Iodinol is produced in the form of a solution for local and external use: a dark blue liquid, foaming when shaken, with a characteristic odor; traces of foaming are allowed on the unfilled part of the bottle (25, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 100, 250, 500, 1000 ml each in bottles with or without a spray nozzle, 1 bottle in a cardboard box).

The composition of 1 liter of solution includes:

• Active substance: iodine - 1 g;
• Auxiliary components: polyvinyl alcohol - 9 g, potassium iodide - 3 g, purified water - up to 1 liter.

Pharmacological properties

Pharmacodynamics

Iodinol is an iodine-containing antiseptic. The main active ingredient is molecular iodine, which has an antiseptic effect; low toxicity.

Iodine, when applied to large areas of the skin, exhibits the following resorptive effect: it enhances the processes of dissimilation, actively affects the metabolism, takes part in the synthesis of thyroxine, and has proteolytic properties.

Polyvinyl alcohol is a high molecular weight compound. Due to its content in the composition of the drug, the release of iodine slows down, its interaction with the tissues of the body is lengthened, the irritating effect of iodine on the tissues decreases.

Iodine as a bactericidal agent acts on gram-positive and gram-negative flora (it is most active against streptococcal flora and Escherichia coli), as well as on yeast and pathogenic fungi. Staphylococcus is a more stable flora, however, during a long course, staphylococcal flora is suppressed in 80% of cases. Pseudomonas aeruginosa is resistant to the action of the drug.

Indications for use

• Purulent surgical diseases;
• Purulent otitis media;
• Chronic tonsillitis;
• Chronic atrophic rhinitis;
• Chronic periodontitis;
• Ulcers (varicose and trophic);
• Purulent wounds;
• Burns (thermal and chemical).

Contraindications

• Dermatitis herpetiformis;
• Thyrotoxicosis;
• Perforation of the tympanic membrane (when the solution is instilled into the ear);
• Pregnancy and lactation;
• Hypersensitivity to drug components.

According to the instructions, Iodinol is used with caution in patients under 18 years of age.

Instructions for the use of Iodinol: method and dosage

Iodinol is used topically and externally.

The scheme of drug use is determined by the indications:

• Chronic tonsillitis: the supratonsillar space and lacunae of the tonsils are washed with 50 ml of the solution; course - 4-5 washings with an interval of 2-3 days;
• Purulent otitis media: 5-8 drops of the drug are instilled daily into the ear (ears); course - 14-28 days;
• trophic rhinitis: 2-3 times a week inhaled into the pharynx and nasal cavity (after preliminary softening and removal of crusts); course - 2-3 months;
• Chronic periodontitis: rinse the mouth with Iodinol 3 times a day after meals, 15 ml of solution;
• Trophic and varicose ulcers, purulent wound surfaces and infected burns, purulent fistulas: apply loose gauze dressings soaked in solution.

Side effects

With prolonged use of the drug, the development of iodism is possible.

Overdose

The main symptoms are:

• local / external use: the phenomenon of iodism, manifested in the form of edema of the mucous membranes, skin rashes, lacrimation, rhinitis, rhinorrhea, hypersalivation, bronchorrhea;
• ingestion: tachycardia, increased sweating, hypersalivation, edema of the larynx and mucous membranes of the nasopharynx, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea.

• local / external use: withdrawal of Iodinol, symptomatic treatment;
• ingestion: gastric lavage (first of all, with 1% sodium thiosulfate solution, followed by water); symptomatic treatment.

special instructions

The drug should be used only in stationary conditions.

Avoid getting the drug in the eyes. When using Iodinol for rinsing, it is forbidden to swallow the solution.

Temperatures above 40 ° C and light accelerate the decomposition of active iodine. Discoloration of the solution indicates a decrease in the effectiveness of the drug due to the destruction of the complex with the transition of active iodine to iodide ion.

The diluted solution (should have a dark brown color) is not subject to long-term storage.

Application during pregnancy and lactation

Iodinol is not prescribed during pregnancy / lactation.

Childhood use

Drug therapy for patients under 18 years of age is prescribed under medical supervision.

Drug interactions

Iodinol is pharmaceutically incompatible with ammonia solutions, essential oils, white sedimentary mercury. An acidic or alkaline environment, the presence of blood, pus and fat weaken its antiseptic activity.

Analogs

Analogues of Iodinol are: Iodine, Iodopiron.

Terms and conditions of storage

Store in a dark place, out of reach of children, at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C. Do not freeze.

The expiration date depends on the manufacturer (see the packaging).

Few drugs can boast 100% positive reviews, but Iodinol can!

If there is such a drug that heals effectively and quickly, it is "Iodinol". On any trip I take it with me, it costs a penny, but it saves you from many troubles! For 20 years of use, I can say with confidence: "Iodinol" has unlimited possibilities.

Blue iodine

The main active ingredients are molecular iodine, which acts as an antiseptic, and polyvinyl alcohol, a compound that slows down the release of iodine and lengthens its interaction with body tissues, reducing the irritating effect of iodine on them.

External use is the main, but not the only area of \u200b\u200bapplication of "Iodinol".

"Iodinol" is low-toxic. In the role of an antiseptic, it has a bactericidal effect on streptococcal flora, E. coli, pathogenic fungi and yeast. Staphylococcus, as the causative agent of a purulent infection, disappears from the use of the drug in 80% of cases. But Pseudomonas aeruginosa is resistant to topical drug use. The only contraindication to the use of "Iodinol" is hypersensitivity to iodine preparations.

The principle of operation of "Iodinol" based on the release of elemental iodine from a complex compound. The first drug of this type was the so-called blue iodine, the use of which had a positive therapeutic effect during the epidemic of dysentery in 1940. It was the first iodine antiseptic based on a mixture of an alcoholic solution of iodine and starch from potato peels.

Today you can find many instructions on how to make blue iodine at home. But if there is no time to make, it is easier to buy a ready-made solution at the pharmacy. It is a clear, dark blue liquid with a faint but characteristic odor. The spectrum of diseases that Iodinol treats is very large: from gargling with sore throat to compresses for trophic ulcers.

APPLICATION OF "IODINOL"

Sore throats and tonsillitis

At the first symptoms of the disease, gargle with Iodinol diluted in water in a 1: 1 ratio. Do this 4-5 times a day for 5 days. In chronic tonsillitis, the tonsils and the paratonsillar space are washed from a syringe with an undiluted preparation at intervals of 2-3 days.

Purulent otitis media

Every day for 2-4 weeks, 5 drops of Iodinol should be dripped into each ear. With this disease, it is imperative to consult a doctor regarding the internal intake of antibacterial drugs.

Purulent wounds and cuts

A loose gauze bandage soaked in the drug should be applied to the affected area. The dressing should be changed 1-2 times a day until recovery.

Trophic and varicose ulcers

The limb on which the ulcers are located should be thoroughly washed with a brush with hot water and soap. It is imperative to wash the affected areas, but very carefully. The skin around the ulcer should be lubricated with zinc ointment. After 10 minutes, a three-layer dressing moistened with "Iodinol" is applied to the surface of the ulcer. The bandage needs to be changed twice a day, and the gauze that lies directly on the ulcer is not removed, but again soaked with medicine. After a week, the patient can take a local or general bath with an antiseptic, after which the treatment continues until the wounds are completely healed.

Purulent fistulas, boils

With purulent fistulas of various origins, if there is a wide fistulous course, the fistula is washed daily with "Iodinol". After washing, a tampon is placed in the fistula or a bandage with the drug is applied for a day. Fistulas with a narrow entrance and opened furuncles are washed with undiluted medicine, and after processing, a bandage is applied.

Prolonged runny nose

When nasal discharge becomes greenish-yellow in color with an unpleasant odor, inhalation of the upper respiratory tract with "Iodinol" should be carried out. Add 5 drops of the drug to a warm-humid inhaler with hot water (water temperature up to 60 degrees) so as not to burn the mucous membrane. You need to inhale the steam through your nose, and if there is congestion, it is better to drip vasoconstrictor drops before the procedure.

Stomatitis and gum disease

White plaque in the mouth and painful wounds should be wiped with Iodinol solution: dilute the preparation with boiled water in a ratio of 1: 2 and wipe the oral cavity every 2-3 hours until recovery. This method can be used to treat stomatitis in children.

Thrush (candidiasis)

The solution for douching will help: add 50 ml of "Iodinol" to a glass of boiled water and carry out the procedure twice a day, before going to bed and in the morning.

Food poisoning

Dosage for an adult: 1 tsp. Dissolve the drug in a glass of boiled water and drink it 30 minutes after eating.

Conjunctivitis

Dilute 20 ml of "Iodinol" in a glass of water. Wipe eyes with this solution and apply wet compresses for 15-20 minutes 3 times a day.

Fungus, cracked heels

A warm foot bath will help: dilute 50 ml of "Iodinol" and 2 tbsp. l. soda in warm water. Perform the procedure for at least 30 minutes, preferably in the evening. After the bath, grease the affected areas (including nails) with Iodinol and let them dry. A bandage of medication should be applied to the cracks at night.

Once again I am convinced that cheap, but unjustifiably forgotten drugs cope well with many diseases. "Iodinol" is not a new drug, its effectiveness has been tested by time. Be sure to ask your doctor about this miracle cure. Health to you and your loved ones!

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Most of our fellow citizens, almost from an early age, are accustomed to treat the throat with iodine or iodine-salt rinses.

This is probably due to the fact that iodine preparations are available in all directions: they do not require a doctor's prescription, are always available in pharmacies and cost mere pennies. We will not deny the therapeutic efficacy of such drugs. But can everyone be treated with iodine-containing drugs? Let's consider the features of their use using the example of the drug Iodinol spray.

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Composition of Iodinol spray

Aerosol agent Iodinol spray of Russian production belongs to the pharmacological group of locally acting antiseptics.

The contents of the spray bottle are a crystalline iodine derivative with polyvinyl ethanol.

Molecular iodine, known for its antibacterial properties, forms the basis (active substance) of the drug. Additional components are presented:

• potassium iodide;
• polyvinyl alcohol;
• purified water.

Unlike iodine (the usual alcoholic tincture), Iodinol is less toxic.

The antibacterial property of the drug extends to gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria (including Proteus, E. coli and), as well as some species.

Indications for use Iodinol spray

Focal irrigation of infected areas with Iodinol spray is recommended for the following conditions:

• thermal or chemical burns;
• varicose, trophic wounds;
• chronic periodontitis;
• purulent diseases;
• chronic;
• chronic atrophic rhinitis;
• chronic tonsillitis (angina).

The aerosol form of the drug allows you to use it for such purposes as processing the operated field during surgical interventions.

Application for angina

And yet, Iodinol spray in the throat is most often used to treat angina of any etiology, including fungal. For this case, there are special instructions regarding the use of Iodinol spray. Instructions for use indicate the need for preliminary cleaning of the throat from painful mucus by, for example, rinsing with a weak saline solution or at least warm boiled water. After that, you need to inject Iodinol into your throat and do not drink, eat, and, if possible, do not talk for 0.5-1 hour.

Iodinol spray: instructions for use

What interesting information can the instructions for the use of Iodinol spray tell, in addition to the composition of the product and the indications for use, which we have already mentioned? It turns out that this medicine has a number of side effects and contraindications, which are worth paying special attention to.

Contraindications

So, it is contraindicated to be treated with Iodinol spray:

• during pregnancy and lactation;
• with individual iodine intolerance;
• parallel therapy with radioactive iodine;
• dühring's dermatitis herpetiformis;
• diseases of the thyroid gland.

It is not allowed to use Iodinol spray for children under 6 years of age (due to lack of experience in use).

Dosage

For patients for whom the use of Iodinol is not contraindicated, the following dosage rates have been established:

• Adults - 2 injections per procedure, no more than 4 procedures per day.
• Children from 6 years old - 2 injections per procedure 2-3 times a day.
• If necessary, the drug can be used every 4 hours, only for adult patients.

Mode of application

1. Remove the cap from the bottle.
2. Install the applicator with the dispenser.
3. Press the nebulizer 1-2 times to “pump” the medicine into it.
4. Exhale, hold your breath, insert the nebulizer tube into your mouth 2-3 cm and press 2 times, directing the applicator first to the right, then to the left (to treat both tonsils).
5. Remove the applicator from the bottle and rinse it with hot water.

Do not inhale or swallow this medicine!

Side effects

Failure to comply with the instructions of the instructions and exceeding the recommended doses can lead to the occurrence or increase of side effects of the drug:

• allergic manifestations in the form of itching, edema, redness and irritation of the skin, as well as reactions of the anaphylactoid and anaphylactic type;
• iodism, manifested by rhinitis, skin rashes, indigestion, broncho- and rhinorrhea, increased salivation and lacrimation, conjunctivitis, bronchitis, tracheitis, laryngitis.

With a special sensitivity to iodine preparations, the condition can be complicated by fever and malaise, as well as the taste of metal in the mouth.

Application features for children

With some caution, Iodinol spray for children should be used. Despite the fact that polyvinyl alcohol softens the effect of iodine on the oral cavity, this effect may be more sensitive for children's mucous membranes.

The delicate mucous membranes of a child are at risk of severe irritation when using the drug in excessive doses or earlier than the specified age. Therefore, young children (6–12 years old) are recommended 1–2 injections per procedure no more than 3 times a day, and older children - 1–2 sprays no more than 4 times a day and no longer than 5 days. It is impossible not to take into account the fact that the drug has a specific taste and smell. This circumstance, judging by the reviews, is extremely negatively perceived by children.

Iodinol - an inexpensive antiseptic, very effective remedy, undeservedly forgotten by modern medicine. But in the 40s and 50s, it was a very popular drug. It was actively used for various lesions of the skin, mucous membranes. Iodinol was widely used for: angina, stomatitis, chronic tonsillitis, conjunctivitis, otitis media, colitis, rhinitis, for the treatment of trophic ulcers. It was used to heal burns and wounds, and was used for disinfection. This old, proven tool is still relevant today.

Iodinol composition: Produced as a solution of 100, 200 ml in dark bottles. The solution consists of an aqueous solution of 0.1% iodine, 0.9% potassium iodide, polyvinyl alcohol. It is a dark blue liquid with a characteristic smell of iodine, readily soluble in water, decomposes in light and in an alkaline environment. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Polyvinyl alcohol, which is part of the composition, slows down the release of iodine in the preparation, which helps to reduce irritation from iodine, and lengthens the effect on the treated tissues of the body.

Iodinol for angina: The drug has a bactericidal effect on yeast and pathogenic fungi, gram-negative bacteria and gram-positive - especially on E. coli and streptococcus. Even more resistant staphylococcus, with prolonged use in 80% of cases under the influence of Iodinol dies. Pseudomonas aeruginosa is resistant to Iodinol. Iodinol is considered a low-toxic drug, however, it shows some aggressiveness towards the mucous membranes of the mouth and throat. Given this, with tonsillitis, angina, with stomatitis, it should be used only as a local treatment in the form of rinsing. It is not advisable to take this medication by mouth, because with improper dilution or prolonged use, there is a risk of burns to the esophagus and stomach. Otolaryngologists use Iodinol for angina to wash the lacunae of the tonsils and supratonsillar space, while a single dose is 50 ml, 4 procedures are carried out in 2 days.

How to gargle with Iodinol:

A simple way to prepare a solution is 1 tablespoon of the drug in a glass of water. There is a little trick to making an accurate, safe gargle solution. When treating a sore throat, the medicine should be added dropwise to a glass of boiled warm water. As soon as the solution becomes yellowish, you can start gargling with Iodinol. In acute angina with severe pain, gargle every 4 hours, with moderate severity 3 times a day. In addition to rinsing, it is effective to use Iodinol to lubricate the throat with purulent sore throat. To do this, wrap cotton wool on the pencil, dip it in a slightly diluted solution, and lubricate the tonsils. This procedure can be performed 2-3 times a day for 5 days. With this treatment, the pain decreases by 2-3 days.

Iodinol for stomatitis:

Children are advised to use this medicine for stomatitis only as a gargle. The prepared solution can be used to irrigate the oral mucosa 3-4 times a day for a week. With stomatitis, gingivitis, with proper dilution and application, recovery occurs in a week. If you use Iodinol for stomatitis in recommended doses, then there should be no negative reactions. However, in people with hypersensitivity or individual intolerance to the components of the drug, irritation of the oral mucosa, allergic reactions may occur, with prolonged use, in rare cases, iodism may occur, which manifests itself as rhinitis, rash, lacrimation and salivation.

Contraindications to the use of Iodinol: Do not use the drug for people suffering from thyrotoxicosis, iodism, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Price: In any pharmacy you can buy Iodinol, the average price of which is 50-70 rubles. for 100 ml.

Surely in every first-aid kit there is a bottle of antiseptic iodine - it is customary to use it to treat damage to the integrity of the skin to prevent infection. On the basis of this component, many drugs have been created, not only for local application to tissues, but also for internal administration, which already carries a completely different target load. We propose to consider one of these means - the Iodinol antiseptic solution.

Composition and mechanism of action of the drug

This drug is available in vials and is intended for local and external use. 100 ml of the product contains - 0.1 grams of iodine, 0.3 grams of potassium iodide and the rest of the volume is polyvinyl alcohol. The main active ingredient of the drug is molecular iodine itself, which has a pronounced disinfecting effect. Polyvinyl alcohol among the ingredients also plays an important role - it allows you to slow down the release of iodine when using a solution, which significantly lengthens the period of beneficial interaction with the treated tissue area. In addition, the alcohol component is designed to reduce the irritating effect of iodine on the skin. Local action is due to the ability of iodine to precipitate tissue proteins.

Thus, the main task for which the solution is used is an antiseptic effect. The drug is low-toxic, and is capable of exerting a bactericidal effect on both gram-positive and gram-negative microflora (in particular, staphylococci, Escherichia coli, fungi and yeast are affected).

What it helps from: indications for use

The product is intended for local use in order to destroy pathogenic microflora or prevent its appearance. Thus, the application is possible with the following ailments:

tonsillitis; otitis media (including in the presence of purulent discharge); inflammation of the tissues around the tooth root; purulent diseases requiring surgical therapy; ulceration in places of dilated veins; long-term healing damage to the skin; thermal and chemical burns; some fungal tissue lesions; infectious and inflammatory lesions of the skin.

Use in each individual situation can only be prescribed by a doctor, since excessive ingestion of iodine into the body and its inactivity with respect to the pathogen of an existing infection can lead to unpleasant consequences and complications.

Instructions for the use of iodinol

The use of such a simple drug in its composition has its limitations and requires strict adherence to the instructions. For example, with purulent wounds and burns that have been infected, a gauze bandage soaked in the composition is applied to the affected area, after which it is replaced with a new one as necessary. In general, the method of application, proportions and duration of the course are determined by the specific situation.

How to dilute and gargle with sore throat

Quite often, gargling with Iodinol is practiced, in particular when the throat is infected (for example, with angina). However, the composition is concentrated and very aggressive, and its use in its pure form can lead to a chemical burn, therefore, before disinfecting rinses, it is necessary to properly dilute the drug. So, the proportion is considered standard - a tablespoon per glass of pure water, while the liquid should acquire a bluish tint. In case of severe sore throat, you can rinse up to 4 times a day, rinsing out one glass each time. The procedure should be carried out carefully, in the process it is worth tilting your head back and trying to skip the composition as low as possible, but at the same time not allowing it to be swallowed.

How to use iodinol for stomatitis

Inflammation of the mucous membrane in the oral cavity can also be effectively eliminated with Iodinol by destroying pathogenic microflora. Again, due to its active irritating effect, the composition must be previously prepared - diluted in proportion with water in a ratio of one to three, after which the resulting product can be used to lubricate the damaged areas on the mucous membrane. The frequency of lubrication is 2-3 times a day, and after 3-4 days the first results will be noticeable.

When applied to the mucous membrane, children should dilute the drug more, using a ratio of one to five. The resulting product can be used to lubricate the stomatitis zones, and to rinse the oral cavity with a weak solution of a slightly bluish color.

The use of a solution to treat a cold

Rhinitis, which is accompanied by purulent discharge, indicates the active development of pathogenic microorganisms in the nasal cavities. To suppress their growth and reproduction, the Iodinol agent can be used - it is added to water in a small amount until a solution of a weak blue color is obtained. Adults with a similar composition can make a "cuckoo" by thoroughly washing the sinuses on both sides, and for children it will be enough to drip a few drops into each nostril, and then either suck the mucus, or ask the baby to blow his nose.

Iodinol for thrush in women

As mentioned above, an antiseptic can also cope with fungal infections, which led to its use in gynecology. So, for thrush in women, provoked by a fungus of the genus Candida, two methods are used - laying tampons and douching. For both procedures, Iodinol is used, diluted with warm water in a ratio of 1 to 3. To achieve the best therapeutic effect, these measures alternate with each other, producing 1 cycle per day until improvement occurs.

How to make a compress for nail fungus

In case of fungal infection of the nail plates, compresses with Iodinol are applied for 5 days. So, to the affected area, you need to apply gauze, folded in several layers and well soaked in the product, and leave in this form for half an hour. In case of damage in the initial stages, it will be enough to treat the nail with a cotton swab dipped in the preparation, 2-3 times during the day.

How to take iodinol orally

Despite the fact that in the recipes of traditional medicine you can find recommendations for taking the drug in question inside, in practice it is not recommended to implement this. So, in the instructions for Iodinol it is clearly stated that its use internally provokes an overdose and the occurrence of pronounced side symptoms. In order to normalize the level of iodine in the body, other agents are prescribed that are specifically intended for oral administration.

Harm and side effects of the drug

In the event that the use of the drug is made according to the requirements of the instructions and the recommended dosage is observed, then no problems arise. However, a situation is possible when the patient has an intolerance to iodine or other components of the composition of the product, and then symptoms of impaired respiratory function, skin allergic reactions, local tissue irritation may appear.

A state of acute overdose occurs if the drug intentionally or accidentally gets inside, that is, it enters the body orally. Against this background, the classic symptoms of iodism are formed, that is, an overdose of iodine, namely:

the appearance of a pronounced metallic taste in the mouth; active saliva separation; sore throat, burning sensation; swelling of the eyelids, redness of the eyes due to their irritation; difficulty in breathing; the formation of skin reactions; severe disorders of the digestive process, in particular cramps, vomiting, diarrhea.

This condition requires symptomatic therapy and careful monitoring of thyroid function.

Contraindications to drug treatment

It is worth getting away from the local use of the solution in question in the case when there are contraindications, namely:

hypersensitivity to iodine and other components of the solution; diseases of the thyroid gland; the product of therapy with radioactive iodine; children up to age 6; the presence of severe tissue irritation at the site of the planned application of the composition; acne in the treatment area.

The use of the drug during pregnancy and breastfeeding is allowed only with a doctor's prescription, and only in a short course - up to 5 days with the condition of processing a small tissue area. It should be borne in mind that the manufacturer classifies the period of bearing the baby as a contraindication, since even when applied to the skin, the components penetrate the bloodstream, from there pass through the placental barrier or penetrate into breast milk.

Analogs

Iodinol can be easily purchased at any pharmacy, and at a very affordable cost. There is no structural analogue that would completely repeat the composition of this drug, however, the group of antiseptics is very wide, and the following products have similar properties:

Malavit; Lizak; Fluomisin; Furacilin; Decatilen, etc.