Description
Lugol Pharmacodynamics
The main active ingredient is molecular iodine, which has antiseptic and locally irritating effect. It has bactericidal action against Gram-negative and Gram-positive flora, as well as against pathogenic fungi (including yeasts); Staphylococcus spp. are more resistant to iodine, but suppression of staphylococcal flora is observed in 80% of cases during long-term use of the drug; Pseudomonas aeruginosa is resistant to the drug action. When applied to large surfaces of skin and mucous membranes, iodine has a resorptive effect: it participates in the synthesis of TK and T4, has proteolytic action. Potassium iodide improves dissolution of iodine in water. Glycerol has a soothing effect. The drug is low-toxic.
Indications
Infectious-inflammatory diseases of the mucous membrane of the mouth and throat in adults and children.
Contraindications
Decompensated liver and kidney disease. Hypersensitivity to iodine and other components of the drug.
With caution.
Hyperthyroidism, dermatitis herpetiformis, children under 12 years of age.
Use during pregnancy and during breast-feeding.
Use during pregnancy is contraindicated. Iodine penetrates into the mother’s milk and may potentially affect the thyroid function of breast-fed children. Use during breastfeeding is possible if the potential benefit to the mother exceeds the possible risk to the baby. It is necessary to consult a doctor.
Dosage and administration
- Topically. It is used 4-6 times a day to irrigate the mucous membrane of the oral cavity, pharynx, pharynx, applying the drug with a single spray of the head. Injection of the drug is point and the sprayer depending on the disease should be directed directly to the focus of inflammation.
- It is recommended to hold your breath while injecting.
- When using a new package of the drug you should remove the protective cap, put on the head of the sprayer with the tip and press the head of the sprayer several times. It is not recommended to remove the spray head with the tip after using the drug.
- Do not allow the product to get into the eyes. If this occurs, the eyes should be rinsed with plenty of water or sodium thiosulfate solution.
- If symptoms of inflammation do not decrease or increase after 2-3 days of therapy, it is necessary to consult a doctor. It is not recommended for long-term (more than 2 weeks) use.
