Spray Lugol: instructions for use. The use of Lugol's solution, its contraindications Instructions for use: special instructions

It seems that nature itself took care of our health. After all, in it you can find all the components for the treatment of various diseases. Scientists have only to find these substances in order to use them. These drugs include Lugol - a solution created on the basis of molecular iodine. An interesting fact from the history of this drug. It was created back in 1829 by a French scientist, in whose honor the solution, or in Ukrainian rozchin, got its name, Jean Lugol. But in the countries of the former Soviet Union, he gained wide popularity after the accident at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. Then it was taken to reduce the effects of radiation.

Therapeutic properties and composition

Now Lugol's solution is used for more peaceful purposes. It is used to treat diseases such as

angina,
tonsillitis,
stomatitis,
otitis,
trophic ulcers,
atrophic rhinitis,
burns, both chemical and thermal,
infected wounds,
atherosclerosis and others.

In most cases, Lugol's application is local. And with endemic goiter, atherosclerosis and tertiary syphilis, Lugol's roses are taken orally in a few drops. All this is stated in the instructions for use.

The therapeutic effect of the solution is achieved due to its composition iodine. It is he who fights against pathogenic bacteria and fungi, which cause the inflammatory process. Unlike antibiotics, Lugol's solution, instructions for use, directly says this, does not cause addiction and resistance of microorganisms, so the time of its use is not limited by anything.

Lugol's solution has two types of ingredients, and two release forms. The composition of the solution can be water And glycerin. The water composition includes 5% iodine, 10% potassium iodide, 85% water. And in a glycerin solution there is less iodine, only 1%, also potassium iodide is also only 2%, water is 3%, and the remaining 94% is glycerin.

. The first is in the form of a conventional solution, where the treatment must be carried out with a cotton swab. And the second in the form of a spray. Each of them is needed for a specific case. By treating the throat or any other affected area with a cotton swab, a greater effect will be achieved, since more active substance enters. However, Lugol's solution is consumed faster, because part of it settles on cotton wool.

The spray is convenient because the medicine is distributed evenly. And besides, there are people who have a strong enough emetic effect and it is simply not possible to apply Lugol with a tampon. But when applying the spray to the mucous membranes of the nose, throat and pharynx, you should hold your breath so that drops of the solution do not enter the respiratory tract and lungs.

The use of Lugol in childhood

Since the drug is effective and safe, pediatricians often prescribe it to children almost from birth. But there are some nuances here. For infants, a Lugol solution is prescribed, the use of a spray is impossible due to the fact that children at this age cannot be explained that they need to hold their breath. Well, older children can also use the spray, especially since they themselves give it more preference.

The instructions for use, however, say that use Lugol children can only from the age of five. But own medical practice allows pediatricians to prescribe it at an earlier age. Of course, this is not a call to violate the instructions, but just a statement of fact.

The main reason for this limitation is the threat of ingestion of the solution. And this can lead to irritation of the stomach and intestines, and then get into the thyroid gland. All this can lead to a deterioration in the well-being of the child. So before using Lugol, try to explain to him all the precautions and that the bad taste in your mouth will soon pass. It is enough to treat the throat of a child 4 times a day and with a small amount of solution.

Contraindications to taking Lugol and side effects

Despite the relative safety of Lugol, the solution and spray can not be used for the following diseases:

hyperthyroidism,
severe kidney and liver diseases,
pulmonary tuberculosis,
chronic pyoderma,
dermatitis herpetiformis and some others.

Due to the fact that the use of iodine negatively affects the functioning of the thyroid gland, it is there that it accumulates, and the bearing of the fetus directly depends on its work, it is worth refusing to take this remedy during pregnancy.

You should also not use it when breastfeeding a baby, because of the possibility of particles of the solution getting into the milk, which can then negatively affect the health of the baby. Also, Lugol should not be used by people who are sensitive to the components of the drug.

Prolonged use of Lugol's solution may cause the appearance of side effects, such as a runny nose, lacrimation, Quincke's edema and even the appearance of acne on the skin. If ingested, the consequences can be more serious:

tachycardia,
sleep disturbance,
diarrhea,
sweating,
nervousness,
allergic reactions.

With an overdose of Lugol, all of the above symptoms may occur, and lethargy and muscle weakness may also appear. If such a situation occurs, you should stop using the drug and consult a doctor. The combined use of Lugol with other drugs is possible, but not with other disinfectants, for example, with hydrogen peroxide.

Ulcerative lesions of the skin and mucous membranes caused by viruses and bacteria are well treated with Lugol's solution. The antiseptic not only disinfects damaged tissues, but also promotes rapid healing.

Lugol's solution - a good antiseptic

Release form and composition of Lugol

The bactericidal drug is available in the form of a dark orange liquid. The product is suitable for external and local use.

For the purpose of more convenient use, the medicine has 2 packaging:

a bottle with a dosing cap (dropper);
bottle with a spray nozzle (spray).

The solution has an orange color with a brown tint. The solution is packaged in glass containers of different volumes (20, 25, 30, 40, 50 and 60 ml).

Lugol in the form of a spray

The basis of the antiseptic is iodine.

Auxiliary components include:

glycerin - reduces the aggressive effect of the active substance;
potassium iodine - contributes to better dissolution of iodine;
purified water.

The iodine solution can be 1% and 1.25%.

Price and analogues

In pharmacies in Russia and the CIS countries, you can find an antiseptic under different names - Lugol's spray, Lugol's solution with glycerin, just Lugol's solution. Regardless of the name, the composition of the drug is the same - iodine on glycerin.

The price offered by different manufacturers may differ:

Lugol's solution, 30 ml - from 55 to 89 rubles;
Lugol spray, 50 ml - from 95 to 150 rubles;
Lugol's solution with glycerin, 25 ml - 15 to 25 r.

The antiseptic liquid has many analogues that produce, like Lugol, a therapeutic effect - they disinfect, disinfect and promote healing.

Table "The most effective substitutes for Lugol's solution"

The presented substitutes have iodine in their composition, but the additional components are different. Therefore, in order to avoid a negative reaction of the body, it is better to consult a specialist before using analogues.

Indications for the use of Lugol

The drug is used for local treatment of the throat, nasopharynx, oral cavity, and is also used as an effective external antiseptic against infectious skin lesions.

What helps:

inflammation of the epithelial tissue of the larynx, oral cavity of infectious origin (helps well from the throat with sore throat, tonsillitis, pharyngitis);
atrophy of the nasal mucosa (atrophic rhinitis);
inflammation of the ear of a purulent nature;
severe lesions of the skin: boils, abrasions, purulent wounds, erysipelas;
burns of varying degrees (including thermal);
weeping ulcers, varicose exacerbations in severe stages.

Lugol's solution heals wounds and abrasions well

In the treatment of skin lesions, Lugol's solution with glycerin in a bottle with a dispenser (dropper) is more suitable. And for irrigation of the throat, as well as for the nose, it is very convenient to use Lugol in the form of a spray.

pharmachologic effect

Lugol has a wide range of detrimental effects on many types of microorganisms:

has a local irritating and bactericidal effect;
kills gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, some types of fungi, staphylococcus aureus;
promotes rapid healing of ulcerative processes;
stops inflammation.

The medicine does not burn and can be applied to large areas of the skin.

Instructions for use

Dosage, duration of treatment with a spray or Lugol's solution depends on the type of disease and the degree of its neglect. On average, the use of the drug is 5-15 days.

Table "How to use Lugol for various diseases"

Disease	Mode of application		How much to treat
Atrophic rhinitis	Spray	Solution	1 month (every 2 days)
Atrophic rhinitis	Irrigate the nasopharynx with liquid once a day by introducing a spray nozzle into the nasal passage. One press for each nostril is enough		1 month (every 2 days)
Purulent otitis media	Aerosol wash the ear canals once a day - one spray in each ear	Drip 2-3 drops of liquid 1 time per day	14–30 days (1 procedure every 2–3 days)
Angina, pharyngitis, tonsillitis	Treat the mucous membrane of the larynx and oral cavity with a spray 3-7 times a day. After the procedure, refrain from eating for 25-30 minutes	Moisten clean cotton pads well with a solution and wipe the foci of inflammation with them. It is recommended to process each area with a new disk.	From a week to full recovery
Deep wounds, scratches with purulent contents	Clean the affected tissue from any secretions and spray with an aerosol. Do not apply a bandage for about 20 minutes (allow the liquid to be absorbed). Then apply a bandage. Perform detailed manipulations 4 to 6 times a day	The procedure is identical to spray treatment, only the solution is not sprayed onto the lesions, but is applied using a cotton swab (disk) soaked in the medicine	1–2 weeks
Furuncles, erysipelas, large burns, stitches after surgery, ulcerative lesions	First cover the injured areas with a napkin, then spray the solution. Such procedures should be done 3-5 times a day, not allowing the napkins to dry out.	Remove purulent discharges, mucus, dead epidermis from injured places, then apply a gauze cloth to the cleaned wound and soak it well with iodine solution	2-3 weeks (depending on the severity of the disease)

For the treatment of the mucous membrane of the throat and oral cavity, it is better to use Lugol in the form of a rinse. This method helps well with purulent tonsillitis, when you need to clean the tonsils from plaque.

A solution similar to Lugol can be prepared at home. The recipe is simple: combine water, soda and iodine in equal proportions, mix until a homogeneous consistency. Both gargle and wipe the throat should be at least 3-5 times a day. After the procedure, do not eat or drink for half an hour.

Lugol for children

Lugol's solution with glycerin is allowed to be used in children for the treatment of purulent tonsillitis and pharyngitis. The drug in the form of a spray is recommended for use by a child from the age of 5 (to avoid laryngospasm). But the antiseptic in the form of a solution can be used from 6 months. Pour a small amount onto a cotton swab and lubricate the inflammation localization sites.

If the baby has a viral disease, Lugol's solution (spray) can cope with the infection on its own. In the case of a bacterial lesion, an antiseptic is used in combination with antimicrobial drugs.

With purulent otitis media, the bactericidal substance can be slightly diluted with water and dripped into the child's ear canals 1 drop every other day for a week. According to the same scheme, treat atrophic rhinitis, only instill the medicine into the nose.

Lugol's solution can bury the ears of a child

The use of Lugol in the treatment of children should be careful, following the instructions and dosage. This will make it possible to avoid negative reactions of the body.

During pregnancy and lactation

Iodine has the ability to penetrate into the bloodstream and affect the functioning of the thyroid gland. The slightest failures in her work can adversely affect the bearing of the fetus, up to the termination of pregnancy. Therefore, treatment with such an antiseptic is prohibited.

Do not take Lugol's solution during breastfeeding and pregnancy

The use of such an antiseptic is also undesirable when a woman is breastfeeding. The active substance with the bloodstream penetrates into the milk, with which it enters the baby's body. This can provoke thyroid pathology in children.

Contraindications

The bactericidal agent has strict contraindications for people with iodine intolerance, as well as for those who react poorly to glycerin.

pulmonary tuberculosis;
pathological processes in the kidneys and liver, which are severe;
purulent skin lesions caused by pyogenic cocci ();
disorders in the thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism).

Use with caution in children under 3 years of age. Before treatment, you need to consult a doctor.

Lugol is forbidden to take with hyperthyroidism

Side effects of Lugol

Antiseptic solution may cause minor irritation to the skin and mucous membranes. With prolonged use, there are serious negative effects caused by an excess of iodine in the body.

Table "Possible side effects in the treatment of Lugol"

To avoid side effects of the drug, you must strictly observe the dosage and do not abuse this medicine.

Is it possible to burn the throat with Lugol?

The main component of the drug - iodine - can greatly dry the mucous membrane of the throat, which provokes burning and irritation. This is normal and goes away within 1-2 hours. If the symptoms are present for longer, we are talking about a burn, which can be triggered by iodine. Therefore, before use, it is better to dilute the antiseptic liquid in a small amount of water or treat the affected areas with calendula oil after each manipulation.

Compatibility with other drugs

An iodine-based solution with glycerin does not combine well with other drugs.

Lugol is not compatible with:

essential oils;

The active substance of the antiseptic is able to enhance the irritating effect of many drugs on the mucous membranes of the digestive system.

The properties of an iodine solution can be affected by an acidic or alkaline environment in wounds, the presence of blood or pus in them. It is important to clean the affected areas well before using the medicine.

Lugol's solution (with glycerin) is a powerful antiseptic that is used in the treatment of infectious diseases of the skin and mucous membranes. The substance actively fights bacteria, viruses, fungi and staphylococcus, promotes disinfection of injured tissues, relieves inflammation and rapid healing. The main thing is to use the iodine solution correctly and follow the instructions.

With glycerin is a pharmaceutical preparation based on molecular iodine. Most often it is used for irrigation, as well as lubrication of the mucous membrane of the larynx, pharynx and oral cavity during infectious and any other inflammatory diseases.

Pharmacological action and composition

Lugol's solution with glycerin has antifungal, antiseptic, and local irritating properties. To prepare such a drug, iodine (1%), potassium iodide (2%), water (3%) and glycerin (94%) are usually used. It is worth noting that this solution is active against most pathogenic fungi, as well as gram-negative and gram-positive microorganisms. At the same time, it accelerates and improves the dissolution of iodine, and glycerin has a softening effect on the affected tissues.

Indications for use

Lugol's solution with glycerin is recommended for children and adults in the following cases:

with the appearance of seizures or angular stomatitis;
with inflammatory or infectious diseases of the pharynx and larynx (tonsillitis, tonsillitis, etc.);
for the treatment of otitis media (purulent);
for the prevention of thyroid pathologies, which were caused by a low content of iodine in the place of residence;
with rhinitis (atrophic);
for the treatment of infected wounds and burns;
with trophic and varicose ulcers;
for the treatment and prevention of atherosclerosis;
for the treatment of thermal or chemical burns;
with tertiary syphilis.

Instructions for use and dosage

Lugol's solution with glycerin is often used for external use. They carefully treat the damaged areas of the skin three times a day. If this drug must be taken orally, then the dose should be prescribed only by the attending physician, depending on the age of the patient and the existing disease.

Lugol's solution with glycerin is also actively used topically for washing lacunae. These procedures are carried out four times a day with an interval of three days. In the event that such a remedy is used to irrigate the nasopharynx, it is prescribed in an amount three times a week for 60-90 days. And for instillation into the ear of a Lugol, a solution with glycerin is used for a month.

Contraindications

This solution should not be used if you are sensitive to iodine. It is also not recommended to take it orally with the following deviations:

pulmonary tuberculosis;
acne;
nephrosis;
jade;
adenoma;
furunculosis;
hemorrhagic diathesis;
chronic pyoderma;
hives.

In addition, the drug should not be taken orally during pregnancy and children under 5 years of age.

Side effects

For external use:

rhinitis, urticaria, lacrimation, angioedema, salivation and acne (if used long and extensively);
skin irritation.

When taken orally:

tachycardia;
skin allergic reactions;
sleep disturbance;
nervousness;
diarrhea;
increased sweating.

These side effects are especially susceptible to people over 40 years of age.

Lugol's solution with Glycerin is available in dark glass bottles of 25 g each. A bottle and instructions from the manufacturer are in a pack of cardboard. Ointment Lugol with glycerin is not available.

pharmachologic effect

Iodine has a pronounced antimicrobial effect . The active substance has a cauterizing effect in high concentrations. Small doses of elemental iodine have a local irritating effect. The principle of action is based on the ability of the active substance to precipitate tissue proteins. With regard to the metabolism of iodine, there is an increase in dissimilation processes. In patients with, a decrease in the level of beta-lipoproteins in the blood is also recorded. The active substance is able to increase the lipoproteinase and fibrinolytic activity of serum, slow down the processes.

accumulation of iodine in syphilitic gummah promotes their softening, gradual resorption. At the same time, the accumulation of the active component in tuberculosis foci enhances the inflammatory process. With the release of the active substance by excretory, there is an increase in secretion, irritation of the glandular tissues. In small doses, iodine enhances, has an expectorant effect. At high concentrations of iodine, inhibition of lactation is recorded.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

The active substance is partially absorbed when applied to the skin. 30% is converted into iodides, 70% into active iodine. The active substance is selectively absorbed by the tissue thyroid gland penetrates the organs. Excretion is carried out by sweat glands, intestines, renal system, mammary glands.

Indications for use

External use of Lugol's solution with Glycerin:

wound lesions;
infectious and inflammatory lesions of the skin;
traumatic lesions;
myalgia.

Locally, the drug is used for:

infected burns;
atrophic;
varicose ulcers;
thermal burns;
trophic ulcers;
chemical burns.

Indications for ingestion:

tertiary;

Contraindications

Lugol's solution is not prescribed for iodine. Contraindications for oral administration:

furunculosis ;
thyroid adenoma;
nephrosis, neuritis;
gestation;
hemorrhagic diathesis ;
chronic course of pyoderma.

Age limit - up to 5 years.

Side effects

A solution with Glycerin for external use causes:

lacrimation;
rhinitis;
salivation;
hives.

When taken orally, Lugol's solution causes:

nervousness;
cardiopalmus.

Instructions for use (Method and dosage)

Lugol's solution can be used externally to treat damaged skin. Dosing of the drug for internal use is carried out on an individual basis. Instructions for Lugol's solution with Glycerin at: locally regularly for 5 days, wash the supratonsillar spaces and lacunae. How to smear the throat: treat with gauze swabs or cotton swabs. The solution for angina can not be used twice. In surgical practice, the drug is used for burns. Method of application: apply a moistened gauze cloth to the affected tissues 2-3 times a day. Ointment Lugol is not available.

Overdose

This section is not described by the manufacturer.

Interaction

The drug is able to weaken the goiter and hypothyroid effect of Li preparations. The antiseptic activity of the solution is weakened in the presence of pus, fat, blood, as well as in alkaline and acidic environments. Together with sedimentary white mercury forms an explosive mixture. Pharmaceutically, the drug is incompatible with ammonia and essential oils.

Terms of sale

The solution can be bought without a prescription form from a doctor.

Storage conditions

Best before date

36 months.

special instructions

Long-term therapy can provoke iodism.

Analogues

Coincidence in the ATX code of the 4th level:

Malavit;
Oracept;

During pregnancy (and lactation)

The solution during pregnancy is not used, due to the active absorption of the active substance and its possible negative effect on the development of the fetus and child.

20.03.2016

Spray Lugol is probably familiar to everyone. This is an iodine-containing medicinal product, which is one of the representatives of antiseptic drugs used in the treatment of diseases of the mouth and throat. This medicine was in our childhood in the form of a simple solution, it remained on the pharmaceutical market for our children.

Surprisingly, its application really remains relevant to this day. Everything that has been replaced in Lugol over the long years of its existence, only the appearance. Now it is available in a new commercial packaging in the form of a spray, which contributes to its more convenient use. Below, your consideration will be presented with detailed instructions for using the updated Lugol's solution.

Pharmaceutical composition of the drug

The use of Lugol spread in such branches of medicine as dentistry and otorhinolaryngology. This is primarily due to the fact that the spray has a strong anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and bactericidal effect.

The composition of the Lugol preparation includes the main substance - iodine of the molecular type, as well as a number of auxiliary ones: potassium iodide, water intended for injection and glycerol. 100 ml of medicine contains 1 gram of iodine. The medicine is available in bottles made of dark glass, equipped with a convenient dispenser with a cap. Inside the bottle contains a brown liquid with a characteristic odor of iodine.

Molecular iodine has a strong antiseptic effect. It has an anti-inflammatory and wound healing effect. The spray contains active substances that help to cope with bacteria. Along with iodine, the drug is enriched with glycerin.

Consider the diseases that are treated with glycerin:

Hoarseness and cough (a drink with glycerin, honey and lemon helps to cope with these ailments).
Cracks on the heels (apply ointment with glycerin).
Renal colic.
Cholecystitis.
Stool retention (glycerin enemas are used to combat constipation).
Split hair. In cosmetology, it is considered effective to use a hair mask with honey and glycerin or glycerin and a chicken egg.
Eczema.
Tendon sprains in the legs.

The composition of the drug is quite simple. However, it has not lost its effectiveness in the fight against bacteria of opportunistic flora even today.

Indications for use

Lugol is indicated for:

irrigation of the throat and mucous membranes of the oral cavity (in case of diagnosing infectious diseases in both adults and children);
chronic tonsillitis, which in recent years has become quite widespread among children;
external use, namely the treatment of the skin for injuries, wounds and abrasions:
treatment of burns of 1 and 2 severity (freshly received and managed to become infected);
treatment of purulent otitis, rhinitis, stomatitis;
an additional drug that is part of the therapy for ulcerative skin lesions.

The instruction enclosed in the package with the drug contains a specific list. Therefore, before each use, be sure to read its text. The instruction is an important description of the main features, and an accurate recommendation. Do not neglect the prescriptions of pharmacists.

Contraindications

individual intolerance to the component components of the pharmaceutical product;
people suffering from diseases of the endocrine system, in particular, disorders of the thyroid gland, the use of the drug is contraindicated without consulting a specialist;
infants, and children from 1 year to 5 years with extreme caution;
pulmonary tuberculosis;
with liver and kidney failure;
furunculosis;
with a history of Dühring's dermatitis;
during lactation;
during pregnancy. It is especially forbidden to use the drug in the 2nd and 3rd trimester of bearing a baby.
manifestations of irritation on the skin;
"iodism", manifested in the form of additional health disorders: rhinitis, Quincke's edema, the appearance of urticaria and acne, as well as lacrimation and increased salivation;
increased heart rate (tachycardia);
severe sweating;
loose stools (observed in patients who are older than 40 years of age);
allergic skin rashes;
irritation and nervousness;
sleep disturbances.

Side effects

I would like to note that the instructions for using the drug contain a complete, and most specific for understanding, list of side effects and contraindications.

It is always necessary to remember and know that self-administration of the drug to treat yourself and your children can be extremely dangerous. What kind of medicine and how much to take, especially in the treatment of throat diseases in children, only a doctor can say. Never try to treat yourself and children without seeing a doctor.

Application and dosage

As mentioned above, iodine has a strong bactericidal effect. Therefore, the spray relieves pain and discomfort in the throat after 2-3 irrigations. Doctors quite often prescribe Lugol's solution for angina, since the drug has been produced for a long time, and has managed to establish itself.

The sweet taste of the drug is usually liked by children, which, of course, makes it easier to take it, and the ability of parents to “get” to the throat without hindrance. It is necessary to treat the oral cavity in children and adults about 4-6 times within 12 hours. The duration of therapeutic manipulation depends on the nature of the dynamics of the course of the disease, which is controlled by the attending physician.

Overdose

In large quantities, iodine is very toxic. The dose of a substance sufficient to produce a lethal effect on the body, leading to a lethal effect, is about 300 ml. That's about six bottles of Lugol.

Overdose symptoms include:

feeling of irritation in the throat;
bronchospasm;
laryngospasms;
coughing;
heaviness during inhalation and exhalation.

There is an instruction in each package of medicine. Carefully read the annotation and keep children away from the place of storage of pharmaceuticals. Spray can get into eyes and cause burns.

Positive and negative aspects in the use of the drug

The benefits of using it include:

affordable price for spray;
high rate of effectiveness in the treatment of diseases of the oral cavity of infectious genesis;
ease of use.

The cons are:

specific smell;
irritation of the mucous membranes of the mouth.

Summing up, I would like to note that the most important thing is the correctness of the treatment regimen for diseases. Therefore, do not try to rely on yourself by independently prescribing drugs that can help, in your opinion, or, in the opinion of a pharmacist from a pharmacy.

Do not treat children without a doctor's prescription, since the read instructions for the medicine are not instructions for your action, but a coordination sheet for specialists. Do not neglect the advice, consult a doctor in time, and just be healthy!