Ointment for disinfecting intact skin.
Indications
Iodine 2% + 10% ointment is an antiseptic and disinfectant for the skin.
Composition
Active ingredients
Iodine/potassium iodide.
Excipients
Purified water; Vaseline and lanolin ointment base.
Directions for use and Dosage
Apply a thin layer of ointment to the area to be treated.
Warnings
Do not ingest. For external use only. To avoid excessive absorption of iodine, do not cover the treated skin area with occlusive dressings. Prolonged application may cause irritation and caustication of the treated surface, therefore the medicine should not be used frequently. Since iodine and its iodide salts can alter thyroid function, caution is recommended when using the medicine in patients over 45 years of age or with goiter. Furthermore, thyroid function test results may be altered. Premature infants treated with local iodine applications may show alterations in thyroid function test results.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the active substances or to any of the excipients; Generally contraindicated in pregnancy.
Side effects
Immune system disorders: Iodine and iodides, even when applied topically as directed, can cause hypersensitivity reactions including urticaria, angioedema, skin hemorrhages or purpura, fever, arthralgia, lymphadenopathy, and eosinophilia.
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Inhalation of iodine vapors is highly irritating to mucous membranes. Iodine, when administered topically as directed, is absorbed only in small amounts with minimal systemic effects. However, the following adverse reactions are listed below due to systemic effects of the drug, which may occur in cases of abnormal absorption (abundant, prolonged use or with occlusion of the treated skin area).
Endocrine disorders: Iodine and iodides have variable effects on the thyroid and can cause goiter and hypothyroidism, as well as hyperthyroidism (Basedow's disease). Goiter and hypothyroidism may occur in newborns exposed to iodides during pregnancy.
Psychiatric disorders: Depression, insomnia.
Nervous system disorders: Headache.
Gastrointestinal disorders: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Acneiform eruptions, iododerma.
Reproductive system and breast disorders: Impotence. Trauma, poisoning, and procedural complications: Prolonged use can cause a series of adverse effects collectively referred to as iodism, some of which may be due to hypersensitivity. These adverse effects include metallic taste, increased salivation, burning and sore mouth; Acute rhinitis, coryza-like syndrome, swelling and inflammation of the throat, irritation and swelling of the eyes, and increased tearing may also occur. Pulmonary edema, dyspnea, and bronchitis may develop.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Iodine is only slightly absorbed when used as directed. Iodine that reaches the systemic circulation crosses the placenta. Excess iodine is harmful to the fetus: the use of potassium iodide and other iodide salts during pregnancy has been associated with goiter, hypothyroidism, respiratory problems, enlarged heart, tracheal compression, and neonatal death. Iodides, even when applied topically, are generally to be avoided during pregnancy.
Format
1000 g
Product Code:FRCM216804
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