Iodoform
Iodoform: instructions for use and reviews
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Pharmacological properties
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Method of application and dosage
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Overdose
- 8. Special instructions
- 9. Application during pregnancy and lactation
- 10. Drug interactions
- 11. Analogs
- 12. Terms and conditions of storage
- 13. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- 14. Reviews
- 15. Price in pharmacies
Latin name: Iodoform
ATX code: D09AA13
Active ingredient: triiodomethane (triiodomethane)
Producer: YuzhFarm, LLC (Russia), Troitsk iodine plant, JSC (Russia)
Description and photo update: 2019-26-08
Iodoform is an external preparation with antiseptic action.
Release form and composition
The drug is produced in the form of a substance-powder (in two-layer plastic bags (sachets) of 150, 200, 500, 1000 g; in cans (jars) of 10, 25, 50, 100, 250, 500, 750, 1000 g; in polyethylene terephthalate bags of 150, 200, 500, 1000 g).
The composition of Iodoform is 98% represented by the active ingredient triiodomethane.
Pharmacological properties
The active substance of the drug - triiodomethane (lemon-yellow fine-crystalline powder) - makes up 98% of the drug. This chemical compound (CHI 3) is easily soluble in ether and chloroform, slightly soluble in gasoline, organic oils, alcohol, and practically insoluble in water.
Iodoform is a broad-spectrum antiseptic; it decomposes slowly after being applied to problem areas, releasing iodine under the influence of light, air and tissue exudate. Iodine has antimicrobial, deodorizing, anti-inflammatory and absorbing effect, helps cleanse wounds and further their granulation.
Iodine albuminates, formed on the wound surface, have an anesthetic and astringent effect, preventing irritation of the receptors. According to the classification of GOST 12.1.007-76, taking into account the degree of influence of iodoform on the body after application to the skin, it is referred to the 3rd class of moderately hazardous substances. The drug has no local irritating and resorptive-toxic effect.
Indications for use
According to the instructions, Iodoform is prescribed for the treatment of ulcers, infected wounds as an antiseptic (disinfectant) agent.
Contraindications
A contraindication to the use of the drug is hypersensitivity to iodine.
Instructions for the use of Iodoform: method and dosage
Iodoform powder is used externally in the form of ointments and powders.
Side effects
Perhaps the development of the phenomenon of iodism (inflammation of the mucous membranes of non-infectious genesis, which occurs with individual intolerance to drugs containing iodine or overdose).
Overdose
Overdose can cause the development of iodism, the signs of which are lacrimation, salivation, rhinitis, urticaria, swelling of the nasal mucosa, eosinophilia, shock, Quincke's edema.
When registering the above or any other negative reactions of the body, it is recommended to abandon the use of iodine-containing drugs and use other antiseptic agents.
special instructions
Before starting therapy, as well as if atypical symptoms appear, you should consult your doctor.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
It is allowed to apply externally Iodoform powder during pregnancy and during breastfeeding.
Drug interactions
Information on the interaction of Iodoform with other drugs is not provided.
Analogs
Iodoform analogs are: Formyl triiodide, Formyltriiodide, Triiodomethane.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store in a cool place, protected from light, out of reach of children, in a hermetically sealed container.
The shelf life is 5 years.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews about Iodoform
According to reviews, Iodoform in complex use with other antiseptics allows you to quickly cope with infectious lesions of burn and wound surfaces, as well as fistulas. The drug is effective, well tolerated and practically does not cause negative side reactions.
The price of Iodoform in pharmacies
The approximate price of Iodoform (substance-powder, 25 g in a vial) is about 510 rubles.
Anna Kozlova Medical journalist About the author
Education: Rostov State Medical University, specialty "General Medicine".
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
