The drug "Iodoxide" (suppositories), reviews of experts testify to this, is an effective disinfectant, antiprotozoal and antifungal agent. The medication is made not only in the form of vaginal suppositories, but also in the form of a foaming solution and aerosol for local use.
The active ingredient is iodine. The active substance, being in the structure of the complex polyvinylpyrrolidone iodine, blocks the amino groups of cellular proteins, slowing down cell division and increasing cell permeability.
The drug "Iodoxide" is characterized as a medication with a wide spectrum of antimicrobial effects. So, the medicine is active against protozoa, Staphylococcus aureus, fungi, viruses, E. coli. Upon contact with the surface of the mucosa and skin, iodine is released gradually, exerting an antiseptic effect on microorganisms.
The instructions include the use of "Iodoxide" (candles), acute and subacute vaginitis. The drug accelerates healing after cauterization of cervical erosion. The tool "Iodoxide" (candles), the instruction recommends for fungal infections of the genitals.
The drug in the form of a solution is prescribed for superficially infected dermatosis, trophic ulcers, cut wounds, abrasions, pressure sores, burns, and skin expressions. The medication is indicated for infections in the nasopharynx, trichomoniasis, as a prophylactic.
Means "Iodoxide" in the form of a solution is often used to disinfect the patient’s skin surface before operations, punctures, biopsies, injections. The drug is also used to treat the hands of a surgeon, instruments, patient care items.
Due to the ability of the product to form an acidic environment, its contact with the eyes should be avoided. In the presence of blood, the bactericidal effect of the drug may decrease.
As a disinfectant, the drug "Iodoxide" is used in the form of a solution of 1%. Application is carried out by spray method or surface lubrication. The hands of the medical staff are treated by grinding the solution to the elbows; after five minutes, the product is thoroughly washed off. The procedure is carried out twice.
Treatment of the infected surface of the mucosa or skin is carried out with a solution of "Iodoxide" 10%. Disinfection of burn wounds is carried out by applying an ointment several times a day with a thin layer.
The drug "Iodoxide" (candles), the instruction recommends injecting deep into the vagina. With subacute and chronic vaginitis, the drug is used once a day, one suppository. The duration of therapy is fourteen days. In the acute form of vaginitis, it is recommended to administer one suppository twice a day for a week. The phase of the menstrual cycle does not affect the use of the drug "Iodoxide" (suppositories) (instructions indicate this).
Contraindications to the use of the drug include herpetiform dermatitis Dühring, thyrotoxicosis, hypersensitivity, adenoma of the thyroid gland. Do not prescribe the drug to newborns. The combined use of the drug with radioactive iodine therapy is contraindicated.
The drug "Iodoxide" during pregnancy (in the third and second trimester) and lactation is prescribed with extreme caution. Before appointing a woman during the gestation period, the specialist must assess the expected benefits to the mother and the likely risk to the fetus.
The drug "Iodoxide" in patients with chronic renal failure should be used with caution.
Of the side effects, allergic reactions, itching, redness of the skin at the site of application, irritation of the mucosa are more often noted. If there are undesirable consequences when using the drug, you must consult a specialist.
Before using the medicine "Iodoxide", you should read the instructions.