Antiseptic and disinfectant for the skin
Indications
Iodine 7% / 5% alcoholic cutaneous solution is a medicine for the disinfection of intact skin and for occasional treatments.
Ingredients
Active ingredients per 100 ml: iodine 7 g; potassium iodide 5 g.
Excipients: Ethanol, purified water.
Directions for use and Dosage
Brush on the area to be treated.
Warnings
For external use only.
Do not ingest.
Avoid contact with eyes.
Prolonged application may cause irritation. This may cause irritation and causticity of the treated surface, therefore the medicine should not be used for prolonged treatments.
The medicine should be applied only to intact and unbroken skin, since in addition to causing irritation, it delays the healing of wounds and abrasions.
Use, especially if prolonged, may give rise to sensitization phenomena. In this case, discontinue treatment and adopt appropriate therapeutic measures.
To avoid excessive absorption of iodine, do not cover the treated skin area with occlusive dressings.
In case of use for prolonged periods on large body surfaces, on mucous membranes or under occlusive dressings, particularly in children and patients with thyroid disorders, thyroid function tests are necessary.
Since iodine can alter thyroid function, it is recommended to use with caution in subjects with thyroid diseases, in patients over 45 years of age or with goiter.
In pediatric age, use only if strictly necessary and under medical supervision.
Stop treatment at least 10 days before undergoing a scintigraphy with labeled iodine.
Following treatment, the results of thyroid function tests may be altered, especially in premature infants.
For further information, read the package leaflet carefully.
Contraindications
Generally contraindicated in pregnancy.
Do not use in children under 6 months of age.
Interactions
If it comes into contact with acetone, elemental iodine forms a pungent irritant compound.
When evaluating interactions with other drugs, possible systemic effects must be taken into account. of iodine, although when administered locally as recommended, it is absorbed only in small amounts.
The effects of iodine and iodides on the thyroid may be altered by other compounds, including amiodarone and lithium.
Undesirable effects
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: burning or irritation, acneiform eruptions, iododerma, delayed healing of damaged tissue.
Inhalation of iodine vapors is highly irritating to mucous membranes.
Immune system disorders: hypersensitivity reactions including urticaria, angioedema, skin haemorrhages or purpura, fever, arthralgia, lymphadenopathy and eosinophilia.
Iodine, when administered locally as recommended, is absorbed only in small amounts with minimal systemic effects.
The following adverse reactions are however listed 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: Effects on the thyroid can cause goiter and hypothyroidism, as well as hyperthyroidism (Basedow's disease).
Goiter and hypothyroidism can also occur in newborns exposed to iodides during pregnancy.
Iodine can interfere with thyroid function tests.
Psychiatric disorders: depression, insomnia.
Nervous system disorders: headache.
Gastrointestinal disorders: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.
Reproductive system and breast disorders: impotence.
Trauma, poisoning and procedural complications: prolonged use may cause serious complications. cause a series of adverse effects collectively known as "iodism," some of which may be due to hypersensitivity.
These adverse effects include a 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 poorly absorbed when used as directed.
Iodine that reaches the systemic circulation crosses the placenta, and excess iodine is harmful to the fetus: iodine use during pregnancy has been associated with goiter, hypothyroidism, respiratory problems, enlarged heart, compression of the trachea, and neonatal death.
Iodine is excreted in breast milk.
The use of excessive doses of iodine in breastfeeding mothers may cause serious complications. increase the level of iodine in breast milk and cause transient hypothyroidism in infants.
The use of iodine, even when applied topically, is generally to be avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Storage
Keep the container tightly closed in the original package to protect the medicine from light.
Format
50 ml bottle
Product Code:FRCM129581
Richiedi info sul prodotto
