A sore throat in a baby is always a cause for concern for parents. Every mother wants the medicines that will have to be used to treat the disease to be not only effective, but also time-tested. For example, Lugol, familiar to everyone since childhood, will soon celebrate his bicentennial anniversary. According to reviews, it copes well with infection, rarely causes side effects and is well tolerated by young patients. Whether the old proven remedy really helps with sore throat and other acute respiratory infections, and whether it is safe for children, we will consider in our review.
Lugol is an antiseptic for local use.
Composition and properties of Lugol
The active active ingredient in the composition of Lugol is molecular iodine, which has:
- antiseptic;
- local irritant;
- antimicrobial;
- antifungal action.
Due to its versatility, the agent is active against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria (including streptococci - the main causative agents of angina), as well as pathogenic fungi.
Like alcohol iodine applied to the wound, Lugol acts locally, destroying bacteria and fungi on the surface of the mucous membranes of the tonsils. Its absorption into the blood and systemic effects on the body as a whole, when used correctly, are minimal.
Release forms and manufacturers
Lugol is a liquid dosage form based on iodine. The drug is produced by several domestic companies (Moscow, Tula, Tver pharmaceutical factories). There are two types of medication: a solution for topical use and a spray.
A solution with glycerin allows you to cope with a sore throat in a few days.
The solution, in addition to iodine itself (at a dosage of 1%), contains:
- potassium iodide- iodine salt, which improves the solubility of the molecules of the active substance;
- glycerol- fatty alcohol, which softens the inflamed mucosa, prevents fluid retention and tissue swelling, forms a protective film.
The drug is a thick transparent liquid of dark brown color with a characteristic odor of iodine. A dark glass bottle with 25 grams of solution is supplied with instructions for use and packed in a cardboard box. Its average price is 50 rubles.
The composition of the spray is identical to the composition of the solution(except for the lower concentration of glycerol). The main feature of this dosage form is the presence of a sprayer that allows you to evenly treat a sore throat. Spray in a glass bottle with a volume of 50 ml costs 100-120 rubles in pharmacies.
For the treatment of infections in children, it is better to buy Lugol in the form of a spray, because spraying the medicine is much more convenient than trying to treat the throat with a swab dipped in a solution.
However, according to the instructions, the spray cannot be used for children under 5 years of age. They still do not know how to hold their breath, and it is strictly forbidden to inhale the smallest particles of the medicine: its components can cause a spasm of the larynx or even stop breathing. From the age of five, of course, it is more convenient to use the spray (only after consulting a doctor).
Doctors do not advise using the spray to treat babies under 5 years old.
For some time a special children's form of the product was produced and was popular, but it is currently out of production.
Indications
Instructions for use () involves several areas of Lugol's use for children:
- Local application(treatment of skin and mucous membranes):
After 6 years, you can already gargle.
- Outdoor use: like an alcoholic solution of iodine, Lugol is an excellent antiseptic, which is successfully used for infectious and inflammatory skin diseases, wounds, and abrasions.
Note! Inside Lugol's solution for children is not prescribed. There are experimental treatments for syphilis, atherosclerosis, and thyroid disease that require you to drink a certain amount of medicine several times a day, but such methods are not used in childhood.
How to use Lugol for angina
The most common reason for prescribing a Lugol solution or spray to a child is angina - an acute inflammation of the palatine tonsils, which is manifested by severe pain when swallowing, high body temperature and other symptoms of intoxication. The drug quickly copes with bacteria actively multiplying in the oropharynx, and the inflammation disappears in a matter of days.
The course of treatment and dosage will be prescribed by the doctor depending on the age of the patient, the type and severity of the disease.
Lubricate with a solution
When processing the neck of a child with a solution, use a simple algorithm:
- Prepare everything you need: a bottle of medicine, sterile cotton or bandage, a pencil.
- Make a swab by wrapping cotton wool around the tip of a pencil (you can use any long, small diameter stick instead, or even your own finger).
- Dip the resulting tampon into the medicine, wring it out lightly.
- Reassure the baby if he is naughty, and ask him to open his mouth.
- Quickly insert the swab into the oral cavity and with confident movements treat the inflamed tonsils and pharyngeal arches with a solution. Ask the child to remain still and breathe deeply throughout the procedure.
- If you see an abundant purulent coating of white or grayish color on the tonsils, try to remove it. You may need to change your tampon several times.
- If the child is unable to tolerate the procedure due to the specific taste and smell of the medicine, as well as the resulting gag reflex, stop and let him take a few deep breaths and exhalations.
- After treating the tonsils and pharynx, it is desirable that the baby does not eat or drink anything for 30-40 minutes. This will make the medicine work better.
- Repeat the procedure 2-3 times a day. The course of treatment is set by the doctor individually, but should not exceed 10 days.
Give the drug to infants only under the supervision of the attending physician.
Instructions for use do not provide for the use of Lugol's solution for the treatment of children under 5 years of age. In practice, pediatricians often prescribe medicine for preschool children and even babies up to a year old. But without the recommendation of a specialist, it is still not worth using.
spray spray
The spray is much easier to use:
- Shake the medicine bottle.
- Shallowly insert the tip of the nebulizer into the child's mouth, invite the child to take a deep breath and hold his breath for a few seconds.
- Press the spray head 1-2 times, evenly irrigating the oropharynx and tonsils with the medicine.
- After the procedure, also do not let the child eat and drink for half an hour.
- Irrigation of the tonsils is carried out 3-4 times a day, the course of treatment is 5-7 days.
For the prevention of viral and bacterial infections of the throat, a solution or spray is not used.
Contraindications and unwanted effects
Although seemingly harmless, Lugol's solution can cause serious side effects. These include:
- reaction from the digestive system: nausea, vomiting;
- phenomena of iodism (iodine poisoning) - a metallic taste in the mouth, salivation, swelling and inflammation of the nasal mucosa, skin rash;
- tachycardia (increased heart rate);
- sweating;
- nightmares, insomnia;
- allergic reactions (skin itching, rashes, Quincke's edema).
Dr. Komarovsky prefers not to prescribe Lugol's solution to small patients. He believes that the effectiveness of the drug has not been proven by any clinical trial, and side effects are quite real and occur quite often.
The drug based on iodine is contraindicated in:
- individual intolerance;
- hypersensitivity to iodine;
- tuberculosis;
- chronic kidney disease, nephrosis;
- furunculosis;
- hemorrhagic diathesis;
- diseases of the thyroid gland, accompanied by an increase in its function (hyperthyroidism).
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Drug Interactions
Sodium thiosulfate completely "turns off" all the medicinal effects of iodine, so this remedy is used in case of an overdose of Lugol's solution or if it gets into the eyes.
The simultaneous use of the drug and essential oils is prohibited.(including in the composition of aerosols and throat lozenges - carefully look at their composition).
Analogues
In the treatment of angina, Lugol can be replaced by other effective means. Despite the different composition, all local antiseptics have a similar effect: they cleanse the tonsils and oropharynx from bacteria, relieve swelling and inflammation, and reduce pain. Popular analogues are presented in the table below.
| Name | Active substance | Release form | Features of use in children | average price |
| Yoks | Povidone-iodine Allantoin | Topical aerosol and gargle solution | Allowed for children over 6 years old | 250 r. |
| Iodinol | Iodine | Solution for topical application | Allowed for children over 6 years old | 70 rubles |
| Chlorophyllipt | Eucalyptus leaf extract | Solution for external use | May be used on infants over 1 month of age as directed by a physician. | 300 r. |
| Miramistin | Antiseptic of chemical origin | Solution for external use and spray | Allowed for children over 3 years old | 220 r. |
| Hexoral | Hexetidine | Topical solution and aerosol | Allowed for children over 3 years old | 290 r. |
Lugol's analogue is Hexoral.
The main active ingredients of the drug are molecular iodine and glycerol. The first of them has a bactericidal, antiseptic and local irritating effect on gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, as well as on pathogenic fungi. In addition, the staphylococcal flora is destroyed. Also, the composition of the drug includes potassium iodide, which contributes to the dissolution of iodine in water. As for glycerol, this component has a softening effect.
The use of such an antiseptic agent as Lugol is very effective in the treatment of angina at the initial stage of the development of the disease. If the patient has a fever and inflammation of the larynx becomes more pronounced, treatment is supplemented with oral antibiotics.
Despite the conflicting reviews about Lugol, the drug is most often prescribed by doctors as an affordable and generally effective remedy for the treatment of diseases of the oropharynx and the prevention of possible complications, which may be pneumonia, glomerulonephritis or rheumatism. Until recently, pharmaceutical companies produced the drug exclusively in the form of a solution, but relatively recently Lugol also went on sale in the form of a spray. These forms of the drug have certain differences.
How to use the spray and Lugol's solution
The first thing that distinguishes a solution from a spray is the method of application. It is more convenient to apply the solution on a cotton swab or tweezers with a cotton swab attached to it. Some people prefer to wrap a piece of cotton wool around a thin pencil, or even simply dip it into the solution and place it in their mouth for a few minutes. The main thing in this case is to carefully treat the tonsils and the entire oral cavity with the agent in order to provide the necessary antiseptic effect. With purulent lesions of the tonsils, it is recommended to carry out at least 4-5 procedures within 2-3 days.
Lugol in the form of a spray is used to treat not only tonsillitis, but also tonsillitis. It is enough to produce 1-2 injections of the agent into the oral cavity (with contact with the tonsils) 2-5 times a day, which depends on the severity of the disease. Before injection, take a deep breath and hold your breath for a short while. It is also recommended to refrain from eating and drinking for 30 minutes after the procedure. It is extremely important to avoid contact with the eyes. If this does happen, they must be thoroughly rinsed with water, and then a solution of sodium thiosulfate should be dripped.
Advantages and disadvantages of the drug in various forms
The following advantages of Lugol in the form of a solution are distinguished:
- low price (in most pharmacies it does not exceed 20-30 rubles per bottle);
- long-term effect of each lubrication procedure (due to the thick consistency, the drug is absorbed for a rather long time and provides long-term protection against bacteria);
- safe use (virtually excluded from getting the product into the eyes, on open areas of the skin and clothing).
The disadvantages of the solution are as follows:
- the drug has a specific taste and smell, which can lead to a gag reflex (especially in children);
- prolonged absorption of the drug can cause discomfort;
- Lugol in the form of a solution is almost impossible to use on young children who are not able to endure the long procedure for applying the remedy, and also often cry because of the burning sensation that the drug subsequently causes;
- It is believed that Lugol's solution is not always effective enough for angina, especially with a strong purulent process, since it prevents the release of pus from lacunae and does not destroy certain types of bacteria.
As for Lugol in the form of a spray, it has the following advantages in use:
- the product is quickly and easily applied, absorbed much faster than the solution;
- irrigation of the oropharynx with a spray is more easily tolerated by children;
- various unpleasant sensations caused by the drug are reduced.
The following disadvantages of the spray can be distinguished:
- unlike the solution, the spray costs about 100-150 rubles;
- the bottle is enough for a small number of procedures;
- when irrigating the oropharynx, it is not always possible to treat all the affected areas without exception;
- the spray is not suitable for use on children under three years of age, since injection of the agent into the oral cavity can cause laryngospasm.
Side effects of Lugol
Before using Lugol, it is worth remembering that in general the remedy has a fairly large number of side effects, but when used correctly, they are not so noticeable. This includes possible allergic reactions to iodine and other ingredients that make up the drug. Allergy manifests itself in the form of swelling of the respiratory tract, the onset of a rash and itching.
A separate side effect is iodism - a negative reaction of the body to iodine. Symptoms of this condition:
- increased salivation;
- rhinitis;
- hives;
- angioedema;
- acne;
- increased sweating;
- restlessness and sleep disturbance.
Children and the elderly are most sensitive to Lugol, so care must be taken when using it, avoiding overdose and be sure to consult a doctor. If you suspect negative reactions caused by the components of the drug, the medical specialist is obliged to replace it with another similar antiseptic. Also, when treating angina with Lugol, it is important to be careful not to allow the product to get on clothes and furniture, since stains from the drug are difficult to wash.
For the first application, Lugol's solution is best suited: it should be applied in a small amount to the tonsils, checking the reaction of the body. In case of any negative reaction, it is necessary to rinse the throat with warm water with the addition of a teaspoon of soda. It is worth noting that when using the drug for the first time, patients often experience a gag reflex. In this case, it is recommended to be patient: after 2-3 procedures, addiction to the drug occurs, and the reaction ceases to be so pronounced.
Contraindications to the use of Lugol
Before using the product, it is important to make sure that there are no contraindications, which include:
- nephrosis;
- furunculosis;
- pyoderma;
- diathesis;
- decompensated diseases of the liver and kidneys;
- tuberculosis;
- chronic urticaria;
- thyrotoxicosis;
- hemorrhagic diseases.
Among doctors, there are disputes regarding the use of Lugol during the period of gestation. Despite the fact that pregnancy is included in the list of main contraindications, there is no scientific evidence that confirms the harm of the drug in this condition. At the moment, the following features of Lugol's effect on the body of pregnant women are known:
- When applied topically (treatment of the pharynx, tonsils and pharynx), Lugol does not harm the fetus in any way.
- The drug contains a moderate amount of iodine, which is not dangerous for an adult organism in any of its conditions (with the exception of allergic reactions to this component). In addition, according to scientific research, most people suffer from a lack of iodine, so the use of Lugol can even make up for its deficiency.
- Lack of iodine poses a significant danger to the body of the mother and child: the thyroid gland of the woman and the fetus ceases to function properly. In this regard, the moderate use of Lugol in the event of a sore throat in a pregnant woman has more advantages than disadvantages.
And sodium saccharin.
Release form
The solution is available in dark glass bottles. Also in the cardboard pack is a special applicator for spraying and instructions from the manufacturer for the Lugol spray.
pharmachologic effect
The active ingredient is molecular iodine , which has a local irritating effect and antiseptic action . It has a bactericidal effect on gram-positive flora and gram-negative bacteria. Active against yeast, pathogenic fungi. The greatest resistance to iodine is observed in staphylococci, Pseudomonas. When processing large areas of the skin, a resorptive effect is recorded, the active component is able to take part in the process of synthesizing T3 and T4. Thanks to potassium iodide, the active substance dissolves faster and better in water, glycerol, in turn, has a softening effect.
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
Proper use of the drug eliminates the resorption of the active substance through the skin. Lugol, upon contact with the mucous walls, is converted by 30% into the form of iodides. Accidental ingestion leads to complete absorption of iodine, which accumulates in the thyroid gland. Metabolites are excreted by the renal system, sweat glands and feces. When penetrates into milk.
Indications for use
Outdoor use:
- traumatic injuries;
- wound lesions;
- infectious and inflammatory pathology of the skin;
- myalgia .
Local application:
- infected burns;
- varicose ulcerative lesions;
- trophic ulcers;
- fresh thermal burns.
In therapy and ENT practice, Lugol is often prescribed for. The antiseptic effect of the drug allows you to locally fight inflammatory processes in angina. The drug is effective in mild, initial forms of the disease, and with purulent tonsillitis, Lugol is recommended to be combined with. The medication can be used for tertiary, for prevention and treatment (ingestion).
Contraindications
The medicine is not used for. The drug is contraindicated for oral administration with:
- furunculosis;
- pulmonary;
- hemorrhagic diathesis;
- chronic pyoderma;
- adenomas;
- neuroses and nephritis;
In pediatrics, the age limit is up to 5 years.
Side effects
External use may be accompanied by negative reactions:
- lacrimation;
- salivation;
When taken orally observed:
- skin
- heart palpitations;
- increased nervousness.
Instructions for use (Method and dosage)
Spray Lugol Vialine forms a special protective film on the mucous membranes, has an antiseptic effect on the throat. The drug can be prescribed to children. The drug is applied topically 4-6 times a day to treat the pharynx, mouth, and pharynx. Pressing the spray head provides uniform irrigation of the mucous membranes. It is recommended to hold your breath during the procedure. Take care of your eyes. If the drug gets into the eyes, it is recommended to rinse with sodium thiosulfate or water. Instructions for using the Lugol spray for children: three times a day until the catarrhal phenomena completely disappear. Children can be prescribed from 5 years. Lugs eucalyptus Lugol is prescribed after meals, irrigating the mucous membranes with a special sprayer up to 6 times a day.
Overdose
Irritation of the respiratory tract (broncho- and laryngospasm, burns). When ingested, hemoglobinuria develops,. A lethal dose is 3 grams, which corresponds to 300 ml of solution. Therapy: intravenous administration of 30%, gastric lavage with sodium bicarbonate solution.
Interaction
The drug is inactivated with sodium thiosulfate. Iodine can damage medical metal items. Blood, pus, fat, acidic and alkaline environments reduce the antiseptic activity of the solution. Pharmaceutically, Lugol is incompatible with ammonia solutions, essential oils.
Terms of sale
Lugol can be purchased without a medical prescription.
Storage conditions
Shelf life
Lugol for children
Spray Lugol for children is actively used in the treatment of ENT pathology: sore throats , tonsillitis , stomatitis , laryngitis . Children can be prescribed upon reaching 5 years. The medication for children under one year old is not intended because of the iodine contained in the preparation, which is able to be absorbed into the systemic circulation and affect the overall development of the child.
Lugol during pregnancy (and lactation)
Is it possible at pregnancy ? Spray Lugol during pregnancy is contraindicated, even in the 1st trimester. At breastfeeding prescribed in exceptional cases, when the expected benefit far outweighs the harm to the child.
Reviews about Lugol (general view)
Spray Lugol Vialine is actively used for sore throat and infectious and inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity. Reviews of the Lugol spray are positive, patients notice the effect after the first use of the medication.
Lugol's price, where to buy
The drug is the drug of choice for angina, not only because of its effectiveness, but also due to its low cost. For children and adults, a single form is produced - 50 ml bottles. The price of Lugol spray is 100 rubles per bottle.
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The composition of 1 ml includes 12.5 mg of iodine. Auxiliary components: potassium iodide and glycerol. Lugol Vialine additionally contains sea salt, kelp extract, triclosan and sodium saccharinate.
The solution is available in dark glass bottles. Also in the cardboard pack is a special applicator for spraying and instructions from the manufacturer for the Lugol spray.
Produced in the form of a spray and solution with glycerin. Lugol (spray) contains 10% calcium iodide, 5% iodine and 85% water. The glycerin solution contains 1% iodine, 2% potassium iodide, 3% water, and 94% glycerin.
They are sold in dark glass bottles complete with a special spray applicator. The dosage form "Lugol Vialine" additionally includes sea salt, kelp extract, triclosan and sodium saccharinate.
During pregnancy, the use of Lugol's solution is not recommended. Despite the fact that extensive studies of the safety of the drug for women and fetuses have not been conducted, there is evidence of a negative effect of the drug on the formation of the thyroid gland in the unborn baby.
During breastfeeding, the use of the drug is allowed only after examination by a doctor and in compliance with all the precautions described above.
The main substance of the drug is iodine, which has a bactericidal effect against gram-positive and gram-negative microflora, pathogenic fungi. Getting on the mucous membrane of the inflamed throat, iodine affects local metabolic processes in relation to pathogens, and is also absorbed into the mucous membrane and takes part in the production of thyroid hormones (T3 and T4).
The composition of the drug includes excipients - purified water, potassium iodide and glycerin. Iodine dissolves in water with the help of potassium iodide. Glycerin creates a protective film in the focus of inflammation and relieves tissue swelling.
The drug is available in the form of a spray and solution. When choosing its specific form, you need to consider who the drug is intended for. If Lugol will be used to treat a child, then it is better to give preference to a spray, since not all children calmly react to lubrication of the throat - many have a gag reflex and a strong aversion to such treatment.
It should be noted that Lugol's solution is more effective than a spray. But the spray is more convenient and pleasant to use. When treating the throat with a spray, the smallest droplets of the drug fall on the mucous membrane, but this does not always happen evenly.
When lubricating the throat with Lugol's solution, the focus of inflammation is processed more carefully, the drug is applied to the mucous membrane in an even layer. Therefore, if it is possible to choose a drug in the form of a solution, then it is better to give preference to it.
Lugol is a popular antiseptic and bactericidal agent for adults and children. It refers to cheap drugs. It is a viscous brown liquid solution. 1 ml contains 12.5 mg of iodine. In addition to iodine, Lugol contains potassium iodide and distilled water. Glycerin may be added to secure the antiseptic properties.
Lugol will be offered to the buyer in every pharmacy if they hear a question about how to treat a child’s throat during an illness. Lugol is sold over-the-counter as a solution or spray. The solution is stored in a glass bottle of 50 ml. The spray is in a spray bottle. All the necessary information is contained in the attached instructions.
The solution is suitable for use for 3 years. It is stored in a cool, dry, dark place, away from children. The drug is a component of the therapeutic action.
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The antiseptic owes its secret to a quick effect to a number of substances. For 1 ml of the drug, there are 12.5 mg of iodine, which is considered the main active ingredient of Lugol. In addition, the composition of the well-known medication includes such excipients as purified water, potassium iodide, which contributes to the complete dissolution of iodine in water, and glycerol for a softening effect. Lugol's solution with glycerin contains a minimal amount of water; a viscous transparent liquid serves as its replacement.
The components of the drug predetermined not only the properties of the antiseptic, but also the possible forms of release. The pharmaceutical industry has long produced the drug in the form of a solution for external use. More recently, another convenient form of release has become available for the treatment of angina - Lugol spray.
Currently, Lugol is produced in a single dosage form - it is a solution for external (for the skin) and local (for the mucous membranes of the oral cavity, pharynx and nose) use. The solution is poured into dark glass bottles equipped with a dropper or a spray nozzle (spray).
or mucous membranes quickly and precisely by simply pressing the existing mechanism. And Lugol in a bottle with a dropper must first be applied to a cotton swab, which then lubricate the affected areas of the mucous membranes or skin, which is certainly not as convenient as using a spray.
The drug, which is officially called "Lugol", is often referred to in everyday life by several different names, such as "Lugol's solution", "Lugol's spray" and "Lugol with glycerin". All of these names refer to the same drug - Lugol.
The name "Lugol's solution" is used to refer to a drug packaged in a vial with a dropper. The name "Lugol spray" is used to refer to a drug packaged in a bottle with a spray nozzle. That is, in fact, there are no differences between the "Lugol solution" and the "Lugol spray" except for the packaging.
The name "Lugol with glycerin" is widespread, but, in fact, does not reflect any feature of the drug and does not refer to a separate type of drug. The fact is that Lugol's solution always includes iodine as an active component, and glycerin as an auxiliary substance.
Therefore, the name "Lugol with glycerin" is an example of an excessive specification that is completely unnecessary. That is, "Lugol" and "Lugol with glycerin" are the same drug, designated by different names. But since the name "Lugol with glycerin" is widespread, it is actively used by patients, pharmacists, and doctors.
In the following text of the article, we will designate this drug as "Lugol". However, you need to know that all the information provided applies to both "Lugol's solution", and "Lugol's spray", and "Lugol with glycerin", since these are the names of the same drug.
The composition of Lugol as an active ingredient includes iodine in dissolved form. As the main auxiliary substance, glycerin was introduced into the composition of the solution, which provides a milder effect of iodine. Other excipients of Lugol are the following:
- Potassium iodide, which provides better dissolution of iodine;
- Water in which iodine is dissolved.
Currently, Lugol is available in two dosages - with an iodine concentration of 1% and 1.25%.
The solution and spray are available in dark glass bottles of 20 ml, 25 ml, 30 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml and 60 ml. Lugol's solution is a translucent, thick liquid with a bright orange-brown color.
The composition of 100 grams of solution includes 94 g of glycerin, 3 g of water, 2 g of potassium iodide and 1 g of iodine.
Lugol's solution with Glycerin is available in dark glass bottles of 25 g each. There is a bottle and instructions from the manufacturer in a cardboard pack. Ointment Lugol with glycerin is not available.
Indications for the use of Lugol
External use of Lugol's solution with Glycerin:
- wound lesions;
- infectious and inflammatory lesions of the skin;
- traumatic lesions;
- myalgia.
Age limit - up to 5 years.
The price of the drug in Russia is 10-15 rubles. The cost of the drug in Ukraine (Lugol rose with glycerin) is 3 UAH.
- adenomas
- sensitivity to iodine
- pulmonary tuberculosis
- nephrosis
- acne
- furunculosis
- pregnancy
- hemorrhagic diathesis
- chronic pyoderma
- hives
- with caution in children under 5 years of age, with decompensated diseases of the liver and kidneys, with thyrotoxicosis
Usually Lugol does not cause serious side effects, is well tolerated and helps many people cope with sore throats. In case of occurrence of undesirable side effects of the drug, inform your doctor about it, who will replace it with another antiseptic.
A big problem for people who often suffer from angina is to find an effective and inexpensive remedy for the disease. Is Lugol effective for angina? This question is really urgent, since the statistics of the incidence of tonsillitis in our country are disappointing. It affects both adults and children at different times of the year. What is Lugol? How to use it for angina? Will it give the desired effect? Can it be used by children and how to do it correctly?
About everything in order.
A little about angina
Angina (acute tonsillitis) is an acute inflammation of the tissues of the pharynx, as well as palatine tonsils. The disease is infectious in nature, its causative agents are bacteria, viruses, fungi of the genus Candida. In order for the disease to begin to develop, predisposing factors are needed. These include:
- hypothermia or acute viral infections;
- general decrease in immunity;
- prolonged inflammation in the oral cavity and pharynx;
- difficult nasal breathing.
Angina is very easy to diagnose. She has the following clinical manifestations:
- sore throat when swallowing;
- swelling and redness of the tonsils;
- general malaise;
- purulent raids and sores on the surface of the tonsils;
- increase in body temperature up to 39-40 degrees;
- swollen lymph nodes.
Purulent raids on the tonsils, as well as swelling and soreness of the lymph nodes, are the main indicators that distinguish angina from manifestations of respiratory infections. Therefore, even at home, a therapist or pediatrician is able to make the correct diagnosis. But going to the clinic still cannot be avoided: you will need to take tests to find out which microorganism provoked a sore throat.
Physicians have adopted a classification of the disease. Allocate catarrhal, follicular, fibrinous, lacunar, phlegmonous tonsillitis. Each of them has its own characteristics of manifestation and requires a specific treatment strategy.
As a rule, having heard the diagnosis of "tonsillitis", the patient immediately begins to ask questions about how to treat it. Treatment depends on the causative agent of angina. Based on this, the doctor may prescribe an antifungal, antiviral, antibacterial drug. Be sure to prescribe doctors and antiseptics, which very often need to treat the throat. Such means include the good old Lugol or "Glukol", as he is affectionately called in the common people.
Composition and action of Lugol
Lugol is sold in pharmacies in the form of a solution or spray. The main active substance in it is iodine. It has a bactericidal effect, destroying the pathogenic microflora on the mucous membrane of the larynx. With prolonged use of the drug, it is possible to suppress even staphylococci, which are considered very tenacious.
The remedy is contraindicated in patients with diseases of the liver and kidneys, people who are hypersensitive to iodine, as well as patients suffering from thyrotoxicosis and dermatitis, tuberculosis and furunculosis.
How to be treated by Lugol
Recently, a drug has appeared in pharmacies in the form of a spray. Previously, it was produced only in the form of a solution. Spray is more convenient to use.
Lugol should be applied topically: irrigate the mucous membrane of the mouth and throat with an aerosol or lubricate with a solution 5-6 times a day. If an aerosol is used, before injecting the drug, you need to inhale, hold your breath and make one injection into the oral cavity towards the pharynx. Within half an hour after this, you can not eat or drink: the drug should "do its job" on the mucous membrane of the throat. Avoid getting Lugol in the eyes.
If Lugol's solution is used in the treatment, it can be applied in the following ways:
- Wrap sterile cotton wool around the blunt end of the pencil, secure it with a thread. Then dip the resulting device in Lugol's solution and gently lubricate the oral cavity and tonsils with it.
- Take a small piece of sterile cotton wool, dip it in the solution. Put cotton in your mouth and suck it for a few minutes.
The second method is less effective, since saliva will reduce Lugol's concentration, and it will not have the maximum effect on the affected mucosa. Therefore, it is better to purchase a spray: this form easily doses the medicine, and it is very well suited for use in children.
It is advisable to use the drug at the very initial stage of the disease. If the sore throat has passed into a purulent form, that is, the disease is “in full swing”, then Lugol is ineffective. This will require the use of antibiotics.
How to apply Lugol to children
In Soviet times, when there was not such an abundance of medicines on the pharmacy shelves as they are now, Lugol was used everywhere. Mothers treated the throat of their babies only to them. Pediatricians nevertheless warn that it is better not to use this drug for children under 5 years of age: unpredictable reactions to it are possible. But for older children, Lugol will be a good help in recovery. Parents should not forget that no matter how effective the drug is, it is necessary to consult a pediatrician before using it.
In children, the following side effects from the use of Lugol are possible: sleep disturbances, excessive sweating, nervousness, skin allergies. If a child has a pronounced reaction to the drug, stop using it and consult a doctor immediately.
The drug is approved for use in nursing mothers. But here you need to act very carefully: at first, apply it no more than 2 times a day. If the baby does not have any new reactions to mother's milk, treatment can be continued. In some nursing mothers, Lugol can cause suppression of milk production. Therefore, without consulting a pediatrician about the treatment of a nursing mother with Lugol, it is not recommended to use the drug.
Advantages and disadvantages of the drug in the treatment of angina
Like any other drug, Lugol has both advantages and disadvantages. Among its advantages are the following:
- Low cost: you will have to pay about 20 rubles for a solution in a pharmacy, a spray will cost 60-120 rubles (depending on the dosage of the bottle).
- High efficiency of the drug: in the early stages of the disease, it contributes to a rapid recovery.
- Along the way, the medicine also prevents thyroid diseases, as it contains iodine.
Lugol also has disadvantages:
- Unpleasant taste and smell, which creates difficulties in treating children with Lugol.
- In pediatrics, this drug should be used with caution: when irrigating the larynx with a spray, a child may experience laryngospasm.
- Allergic reactions to the drug are possible.
- The medicine is difficult to remove from clothing, interior items in case of careless use.
Almost all medicines have similar disadvantages. Nevertheless, Lugol with angina is considered a very effective and proven remedy.
Are there Lugol fakes?
Lugol has another significant plus: his fakes are not found in pharmacies. Today, when the pharmacy market is littered with low-quality counterfeit medicines, the patient cannot be sure of the effectiveness of any pill or medicine. Lugol, on the other hand, is practically not faked: it is simply unprofitable for those who want to cash in on someone else's health, since the drug is very cheap.
Lugol has a lot of analogues. An analogue means a similar effect, but completely different substances in the composition of the drug. Often in pharmacies, pharmacists say that there is no Lugol, but there is another drug with the same effect. And they offer to buy a spray for 300 - 400 rubles. No need to succumb to such provocations. If Lugol is not in this pharmacy, then he is in another.
Angina cannot be ignored: it gives very serious complications in the form of otitis media, cervical lymphadenitis, acute laryngitis and other diseases.
It must be used before the disease turns into a purulent form. This should be done carefully, in consultation with your doctor. The drug is suitable for children over 5 years old. Mom only needs to carefully observe the reactions of the child.
No need to fall for the tricks of pharmacy marketers and buy "super" drugs for sore throats for round sums. In the arsenal of pharmaceutical developments there is a huge amount of the most effective drugs at a penny price. Lugol also belongs to such drugs.
For human health in nature, there are a large number of different substances and components on the basis of which pharmacological agents are produced. At the same time, a group of diseases such as throat diseases is quite common. There are a large number of forms and types of such ailments, for the treatment of which local medicinal preparations can be used.
So, for example, since time immemorial, Lugol's solution has been used for angina and pharyngitis. To date, therapy using the described product is also common and popular. However, the question of whether such treatment is effective and safe remains open.
It must be remembered that Lugol's solution is a common drug that is used for a variety of purposes. Because of this, on the shelves of pharmacies you can find the drug with different concentrations and composition. The solution is found in spirit forms: water and glycerin. Depending on the solvent, not only the specific action of the product changes, but also its consistency. So, a glycerin agent has a thicker composition, and an aqueous one, respectively, is liquid.
Hypersensitivity to iodine or other components of the drug.
Use with caution in patients with decompensated diseases of the liver and kidneys, thyrotoxicosis, dermatitis herpetiformis.
- acne rashes;
- urticaria;
- furunculosis;
- chronic pyoderma;
- neuroses and nephritis;
- adenomas;
- pulmonary tuberculosis;
- hemorrhagic diathesis;
- pregnancy.
drug interaction
- iodism - salivation, angioedema, urticaria, rhinitis, acne
- skin irritation
- tachycardia
- skin allergic reactions
- nervousness
- excessive sweating
- sleep disorders
- diarrhea in people over 40
The drug has antiseptic, antifungal and local irritating properties. Spray and solution "Lugol", instructions for use informs about this, is active against most gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms, pathogenic fungi, like its analogue Fukortsin.
Potassium iodide improves and accelerates the dissolution of iodine, while glycerin has a softening effect on the affected areas.
- increased sweating;
- iodism (rhinitis, urticaria, angioedema, salivation, lacrimation, acne);
- nervousness;
- sleep disorders;
- skin irritation;
- diarrhea (in patients older than 40 years);
- tachycardia;
- skin allergic reactions.
Instructions for use of an antiseptic agent contains complete information about the medicine. How does the drug work? Does the age of the patient affect the possibility of using an antiseptic in the treatment regimen? The iodine that is part of Lugol, upon contact with the mucous membrane, turns into iodides, the latter are absorbed into the tissues in small quantities, after which they accumulate in the thyroid gland. Iodides have positive properties if the dosage is not violated, while the drug is excreted through the kidneys, sweat glands, and rectum.
A pharmaceutical preparation that has an antiseptic effect has a number of features. The presence of iodine or glycerin in the composition of the drug limits the possibility of joint use with some other drugs in complex therapy. Lugol is incompatible with drugs containing sodium thiosulfate, since this substance reduces the activity of iodine.
The antiseptic properties of a well-known drug are reduced by an alkaline, acidic environment, blood, and pus. A solution with glycerin should not be combined with hydrogen peroxide or other disinfectants, and a spray with essential oils, ammonia solution. Iodine preparations have the ability to oxidize metals, which can damage metal objects.
Instructions for use, displaying the most up-to-date information about the drug, indicates the possibility of a number of side effects. Treatment with an antiseptic does not threaten serious consequences, but if you use Lugol for the throat, then you should be careful not to cause irritation of the pharyngeal membrane or mucosal burns. If side effects occur, you should seek medical help, and among the dangerous symptoms are the following:
- salivation (iodism);
- rhinitis;
- acne;
- hives;
- tachycardia;
- angioedema;
- diarrhea in adult patients.
The main active ingredient is molecular iodine, which has an antiseptic and locally irritating effect. It has a bactericidal effect against gram-negative and gram-positive flora, and also acts on pathogenic fungi (including yeast); Staphylococcus spp. more resistant to iodine, however, with prolonged use of the drug in 80% of cases, suppression of staphylococcal flora is noted; Pseudomonas aeruginosa is resistant to the drug. When applied to large surfaces of the skin and mucous membranes, iodine has a resorptive effect: it participates in the synthesis of T3 and T4.
Iodide, which is part of potassium, improves the dissolution of iodine in water, and glycerol has a softening effect.
Iodine is inactivated by sodium thiosulfate. The iodine contained in the preparation oxidizes metals, which can lead to damage to metal objects. Pharmaceutically incompatible with essential oils, ammonia solutions. Alkaline or acidic environment, the presence of fat, pus, blood weaken the antiseptic activity.
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.
The accumulation of iodine in syphilitic gums contributes to their softening, gradual resorption. At the same time, the accumulation of the active component in tuberculosis foci enhances the inflammatory process. When the active substance is released by the excretory glands, there is an increase in secretion, irritation of the glandular tissues. In small doses, iodine enhances lactation, has an expectorant effect. At high concentrations of iodine, inhibition of lactation is recorded.
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.
The active ingredient is molecular iodine, which has a local irritating effect and antiseptic effect. It has a bactericidal effect on gram-positive flora and gram-negative bacteria. Active against yeast, pathogenic fungi. The greatest resistance to iodine is observed in staphylococci, Pseudomonas.
The drug is inactivated with sodium thiosulfate. Iodine can damage medical metal items. Blood, pus, fat, acidic and alkaline environments reduce the antiseptic activity of the solution. Pharmaceutically, Lugol is incompatible with ammonia solutions, essential oils.
Lugol's therapeutic effects are provided by elemental iodine, which is part of it, which has an antiseptic and locally irritating effect on the mucous membranes and skin. The antiseptic effect of iodine lies in the fact that it has a detrimental effect on various opportunistic and pathogenic
(including the genus Candida), which cause infectious and inflammatory processes on the skin and mucous membranes of the oral cavity, pharynx and nose. By destroying pathogenic microorganisms, Lugol stops the further progression of the infectious and inflammatory process.
The spectrum of action of Lugol on microorganisms is very wide. This means that Lugol's solution has a detrimental effect on a large number of varieties of microbes, and therefore can be used for infectious and inflammatory diseases of the mucous membranes and skin in almost all cases. Unfortunately, various types of staphylococci are relatively resistant to the action of iodine, but with prolonged and regular use, Lugol also destroys these microorganisms.
The local irritating effect of iodine is to increase the secretion of mucus and provoke a cough reflex and sneezing. This effect is very useful in the treatment of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the mucous membranes, since a large amount of mucus washes away pathogenic microbes and disinfects their surface with special biologically active substances contained in it.
Lugol's solution is absorbed into the systemic circulation from both the mucous membranes and the skin. When the drug is applied to a small area of mucous membranes or skin, a small amount of iodine is absorbed into the systemic circulation, which is excreted from the body mainly with urine. But if Lugol's solution is applied to large areas of the skin or mucous membranes, then a significant amount of iodine is absorbed into the systemic circulation, which accumulates in the tissues of the thyroid gland and takes part in the metabolism of thyroid hormones (T3 and T4).
If, during the treatment of the mucous membranes of the oral cavity, pharynx or nose, a certain amount of Lugol's solution is accidentally swallowed, then iodine is also rapidly absorbed into the systemic circulation and accumulates in the tissues of the thyroid gland.
In addition, iodine, absorbed into the bloodstream from the skin, mucous membranes, or after accidentally swallowing Lugol's solution, penetrates into the breast milk of lactating women.
When applied to the skin and mucous membranes as a side effect, Lugol can provoke irritation to them.
How to treat the throat with lugol
Children often suffer from diseases of the upper respiratory tract, but is it possible to smear the throat with Lugol in childhood? When the first signs of a sore throat appear, doctors advise using Lugol in the form of a spray, since irrigation of the oropharynx will be accompanied by minimal discomfort compared to lubrication. The frequency of use of the drug and the duration of the course of treatment is determined by the doctor.
The instruction to Lugol states that the remedy is contraindicated in patients whose age is less than 5 years. This prohibition is due to the peculiarity of children at an early age, the desire to quickly swallow a medicine that has an unpleasant taste. Iodine, which is part of the drug, getting into the esophagus and stomach, causes irritation in them.
Spray Lugol for children is actively used in the treatment of ENT pathologies: tonsillitis, tonsillitis, stomatitis, laryngitis. Children can be prescribed upon reaching 5 years. The medication for children under one year old is not intended because of the iodine contained in the preparation, which is able to be absorbed into the systemic circulation and affect the thyroid gland and the overall development of the child.
You can use Lugol's solution in the absence of an allergy to iodine.
How to properly treat the throat:
You can lubricate the throat of an adult yourself, but it is better that another person does it.
The rules for treating the throat with Lugol for a child remain the same as for adult patients. However, there are certain features. Treatment of the throat of a child should be carried out no earlier than 5 years. Treatment with Lugol should be carried out no more than 3-4 times a day. You can eat or drink after the procedure only after 30-40 minutes.
How to lubricate the throat of a child correctly:
- Parents need to prepare well for the procedure. Learn the rules. You can watch a video on how to smear the throat with lugol.
- You need to talk to the baby. Tell him the details of the upcoming procedure. Explain his feelings after it and, most importantly, promise that if you spread the throat, the disease will quickly pass, and the neck will no longer hurt.
- The child must behave calmly so that during processing it does not accidentally injure tissues and cause pain.
For the treatment of hard-to-reach areas of the pharynx, it is better to rinse. It is necessary to rinse 4-5 times a day. Why dilute a few drops of an alcoholic solution of iodine in a glass of warm water. Recommended for children from 3 years old.
Treat the throat of the child must be extremely careful. Do not touch the tampon with the medicine to the back of the throat and to the base of the tongue. This oversight can lead to vomiting.
However, sprays also have their drawbacks. When spraying, the medicine does not fall on the entire inflamed surface, most of the product is immediately swallowed.
For young children under one year old, Lugol is diluted with water in a ratio of 1: 1.
How to properly treat a baby's throat with lugol:
It is impossible to treat the baby's larynx with a Lugol spray. The spray can cause laryngospasm.
An oil solution can be used to soften the lining of a child's larynx. To do this, a few drops of Lugol should be dissolved in a spoonful of vegetable oil.
If the spray is used for a mild form of angina, then with a complication of the disease of the mucous membrane of the larynx, the wound, the burn should be treated with a solution. The dose of the drug, the application procedure require caution, and for manipulations you need a long stick, pencil, tweezers, sterile cotton wool. At the end of the device, you need to form a tampon, dip it in Lugol's solution, then lubricate or move cotton soaked with medicine over the tonsils and oral cavity. Another option is to simply hold a piece of cotton with the solution in your mouth for a few minutes.
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
In the case of the drug in the recommended doses, the resorption of iodine through the skin and mucous membranes of the oral cavity is negligible. Upon contact with mucous membranes, 30% turns into iodides. If accidentally swallowed, iodine is rapidly absorbed. The adsorbed part penetrates well into tissues and organs, accumulates in the tissues of the thyroid gland. It is excreted by the kidneys (mainly), to a lesser extent with feces and sweat. Penetrates into the milk of lactating women.
Proper use of the drug eliminates the resorption of the active substance through the skin. Lugol, upon contact with the mucous walls, is converted by 30% into the form of iodides. Accidental ingestion leads to complete absorption of iodine, which accumulates in the thyroid gland. Metabolites are excreted by the renal system, sweat glands and feces. When breastfeeding penetrates into milk.
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 of the thyroid gland, penetrates into the organs. Excretion is carried out by sweat glands, intestines, renal system, mammary glands.
Overdose
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 for angina: regularly wash the supratonsillar spaces and lacunae locally for 5 days.
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.
This section is not described by the manufacturer.
A brief scheme for the use of Lugol spray:
- Remove the bottle from the pack, remove the cap, fix the spray nozzle.
- Treat the tip with a cotton swab soaked in an alcohol-containing solution or boiled water.
- Make it carefully so that it does not get on the skin, clothes, eyes, one or two sprays.
- Bring the end of the nozzle closer to the area of inflammation, press the head. In this case, the patient must hold his breath, which helps to avoid getting Lugol into the lower respiratory tract.
- It is not recommended to irrigate one place several times, since a swallowing reflex is triggered in a person. When swallowed, a small amount of the drug enters the body, which does not affect the general condition.
- If the spray gets into the eyes, it is necessary to immediately treat them with sodium solution or plenty of clean water.
- After completing the procedure, do not remove the spray nozzle so as not to violate the integrity of the system.
Spray Lugol Vialine forms a special protective film on the mucous membranes, has an antiseptic effect on the throat. The drug can be prescribed to children. The drug is applied topically 4-6 times a day to treat the pharynx, mouth, and pharynx. Pressing the spray head provides uniform irrigation of the mucous membranes.
It is recommended to hold your breath during the procedure. Take care of your eyes. If the drug gets into the eyes, it is recommended to rinse with sodium thiosulfate or water. Instructions for using the Lugol spray for children: three times a day until the catarrhal phenomena completely disappear. Children can be prescribed from 5 years.
Irritation of the respiratory tract (broncho- and laryngospasm, burns). When ingested, hemoglobinuria, hemolysis develops. A lethal dose is 3 grams, which corresponds to 300 ml of solution. Therapy: intravenous administration of sodium thiosulfate 30%, gastric lavage with sodium bicarbonate solution.
According to the instructions, Lugol for the throat is used topically to irrigate the oral cavity or directly lubricate the focus of infection. The tool is used 4-6 times a day.
So, how to smear the throat with Lugol? For the procedure, you will need several cotton swabs. Moisten one cotton swab abundantly in the solution and treat one part of the pharynx. Repeat the same with another cotton swab until the entire sore throat area has been treated.
Initially, a burning sensation may be felt, for Lugol this is quite normal. After some time, it will pass. For about 30-40 minutes after the procedure, it is not recommended to eat and drink, you can repeat the treatment of the throat after 3 hours.
It is advisable to start treatment with Lugol as soon as possible, on the first day of the disease. In this case, there are more chances to prevent its development due to the destruction of pathogenic microflora. The spray is used with the same interval between treatments - every 3 hours.
There is another possible treatment with Lugol's solution - rinsing. It is believed that rinsing with the drug is no less effective than lubricating the sore throat with the drug itself. To prepare a solution for rinsing, you need to take a glass of warm water and add a few drops of Lugol's solution to it. After that, you need to gargle, trying each time to keep the resulting remedy for at least one minute in the mouth.
When rinsing, the therapeutic solution actively affects the sore throat, providing a therapeutic effect. After the procedure, it is undesirable to eat and drink for half an hour.
Locally, the drug is used for irrigation or lubrication of the mucous membrane of the pharynx, mouth, pharynx 4-6 times a day, for irrigation of the nasopharynx - for 2-3 months 2-3 times a week, for washing and instillation into the ear - for 2- 4 weeks.
In surgical practice, Lugol's solution is applied as necessary to the affected areas, gauze wipes soaked in the preparation are applied. In case of epidemic goiter, the solution is taken orally - 1 drop once a day for 3 weeks.
Such courses should be repeated 2-3 times with 20-30-day breaks. To protect against radiation, the drug is used orally for 3 weeks twice a day, 10 drops.
The solution "Lugol" for children is usually prescribed for the treatment of the mucous membrane of the pharynx and mouth 2-3 times a day for 2-3 days. For the convenience of treating children, it is recommended to use the drug in the form of a spray.
Symptoms: irritate the upper respiratory tract (burn, laryngobronchospasm); when ingested - the mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract, the development of hemolysis, hemoglobinuria; lethal dose - about 3 g (about 300 ml of the drug).
Treatment: gastric lavage with 0.5% sodium thiosulfate solution, sodium bicarbonate solutions, sodium thiosulfate 30% is injected intravenously - up to 300 ml.
How to treat throat with Lugol? First of all, do it only after the doctor's recommendation. The therapist should conduct a complete examination, assess your condition and determine whether this medicine is right for you or not.
Lugol's solution for sore throat can be used in several ways. In our review, we will talk in more detail about each of them.
Implementation conditions
The solution can be bought without a prescription form from a doctor.
In a place protected from light at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C. Keep out of the reach of children.
Shelf life. 3 years. Do not use after the expiration date.
The drug is approved for use as a means of OTC.
Lugol can be purchased without a medical prescription.
special instructions
Long-term therapy can provoke iodism.
With all the advantages of Lugol, there are a number of features that should be taken into account before using an antiseptic:
- Specific taste, smell can cause a gag reflex.
- After treatment with a solution, unpleasant sensations appear, the mucous membrane of the cavity bakes.
- A powerful spray jet does not provide uniform irrigation.
- High risk of allergic reactions.
- In diseases of the kidneys, liver, thyrotoxicosis, dermatitis herpetiformis, Lugol should be treated with great care.
Sunlight and temperatures above 40°C accelerate the breakdown of active iodine.
Analogues
There are no complete analogues of Lugol in composition, but there are drugs that are similar in effect. The formula of these drugs consists of other substances, but they help in the treatment when unpleasant symptoms of inflammation and irritation of the mucous membranes appear. Analogues, in general, are not intended for oral administration, if the patient's condition worsens, then, like Lugol, the doctor will replace these drugs with antibiotics. Medicines similar in their properties to a well-known antiseptic are:
- Anginal (spray, tablets);
- Iodinol (solution);
- Geksoral (aerosol, tablets, solution);
- Anzibel (lozenges);
- Povidone-iodine (solution, ointment).
Coincidence in the ATX code of the 4th level:
Currently, the pharmaceutical market of the CIS countries has Lugol's analogues in terms of therapeutic effect. This means that analogue preparations contain other active substances, but have almost the same therapeutic effect as Lugol.
Lugol's analogues include the following drugs:
- Aquazan solution for local and external use;
- Betadine ointment and solution for external and topical use;
- Yodovidon spray for local and external use;
- Iodoflex solution for external and topical use;
- Octasept aerosol for local and external use;
- Suljodovizol aerosol for local and external use;
- Braunodin B.Brown solution for local and external use;
- Iodine-Ka solution for local and external use.
Yoks - a local combined remedy with antiseptic and antimicrobial action, successfully used in ENT practice. The active ingredients of the drug are povidone-iodine and allantoin. Instructions for use says that Yoks is prescribed for inflammation and sore throat, tonsillitis, tonsillitis, the first signs of influenza and SARS. The tool can be used from 6 years. Pregnancy and lactation are a contraindication to the use of Yoks.
Iodinol is an antiseptic drug intended for local and external use. The active substance is iodine. In ENT practice, the drug is prescribed for local treatment of the throat with tonsillitis, tonsillitis. Iodinol is contraindicated in children under 5 years of age and pregnant women.
Iodine, which is part of Lugol, has a good anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effect. Compared with similar antiseptic drugs, the agent does not have a systemic negative effect on the body if the instructions for use are strictly followed. Lugol's advantages over analogues are a more convenient aerosol form of release and an affordable price.
A complete analogue in terms of the active substance is Lugol's solution with glycerin.
Antiseptic, disinfectant analogues include:
- Drill.
- Iodine alcohol solution.
- Iodopyrone.
- Septogal.
- Septolete.
- Bemilon.
- Lidochlor.
- Lysobact.
- Rinza Lorcept.
- Balsamic liniment (according to Vishnevsky).
- Fukaseptol.
- Terasil.
- Lessons.
- Anti-Angin Formula.
- Agisept.
- Dentamet.
- Fukortsin.
- Sebidin.
- Koldakt Lorpils.
- Laripront.
- Faringopils.
- Astracept.
- Metrohex.
- Iodinol.
- Ascocept.
- Neo-Angin.
- Aseptolin plus.
- Travisil.
- Tonsilgon N.
- Gorpils.
- Yodonat.
- Acerbin.
- Strepsils.
- Ingalipt.
Features of the use of the drug during pregnancy and lactation
Is it possible during pregnancy? Spray Lugol during pregnancy is contraindicated, even in the 1st trimester. When breastfeeding, it is prescribed in exceptional cases, when the expected benefit far outweighs the harm to the child.
The use of the drug during pregnancy is not recommended. Use during breastfeeding is possible if the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the child. It is necessary to consult a doctor.
The solution during pregnancy and breastfeeding 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.
The use of drugs during this special period for every woman requires a careful approach. The instruction to Lugol contains a recommendation that the use of an antiseptic, even in the form of a spray, is unacceptable. The ban on the use of an iodine-based drug applies to all trimesters of pregnancy.
Lugol for the treatment of throat is contraindicated during pregnancy. This is due to the presence of iodine in the composition of the drug. It is known that iodine has a direct effect on the tissues of the thyroid gland and can interfere with its work. Violation of the activity of this organ can adversely affect pregnancy, cause abnormalities in the development of the fetus, miscarriage and miscarriage.
Is it possible to smear the throat with Lugol during lactation? During breastfeeding, the instructions for the drug specify that the drug can be used for therapeutic purposes if the expected benefit to the woman is higher than the potential risk to the child. In any case, the decision to prescribe the drug should be made by the attending physician.
Since iodine absorbed into the bloodstream can adversely affect the functioning of the thyroid gland, the normal functioning of which is critical for bearing a child. After all, if the thyroid gland is not functioning properly, then, as a rule,
interrupted due to
Fetal death, development of fetal deformities, etc.
When breastfeeding, you should also refuse to use Lugol, since iodine, absorbed from the mucous membranes or skin into the bloodstream, also enters the milk. As a result, with mother's milk, the baby's body receives a large amount of iodine, which accumulates in its thyroid gland and can provoke various diseases of this organ.
Lugol spray is considered one of the best drugs for adults and children who have found infectious and inflammatory diseases of the oropharyngeal mucosa. Often this remedy is prescribed by doctors if the patient has a sore throat or stomatitis. In the local market, Lugol Spray has established itself as an excellent antiseptic medicine.
The molecular iodine included in the composition has a rather strong and deep local irritating effect, which allows you to get rid of bacteria as soon as possible. This allows you to remove a large number of problems such as ordinary or purulent inflammation, fungus, or even various microorganisms. Symptoms disappear within a few days after the start of treatment with this drug, which improves the quality of life of a person during the period of infection.
The advantage of this tool is that it does not affect the body strongly enough to give any undesirable results. However, Lugol Spray will also not help with acute diseases or those that require serious intervention by doctors, so you should consult a specialist for advice before starting treatment.
Many buyers are very pleased with the loyal price of the drug - in pharmacies Lugol Spray costs an average of 100 rubles.
The effect of the drug on the body
The instructions for the product explain in great detail what components it contains and how it interacts with bacteria in the body. As already mentioned, the main active ingredient in Lugol Spray is molecular iodine. Once in the body, it begins to suck out components that are similar in purpose and included in the composition, thus protecting a person from the development of the disease. Iodine dissolves and leaves the body through the kidneys.
Some diseases require long-term treatment with this drug, because it has a slight effect on the body, so as not to lead to negative consequences. So, often people who have staphylococcus aureus are prescribed treatment with Lugol Spray from several weeks to a month - the gradual use of this drug allows you to suppress and neutralize bacteria. Sometimes this medicine is also used for application to the superficial area of the skin, because iodine can positively affect the metabolism and start some other reactions that are responsible for the qualitative absorption of certain components by the body.
Use and indications for the use of the drug
All medicines such as eucalyptus Lugol have an effect on bacteria and infectious diseases, are used for local treatment when inflammation is found in the mouth and pharynx. Excellent this remedy helps if the patient has purulent tonsillitis. Doctors advise to refrain from treating Lugol Spray during pregnancy, as some of the components included in the composition may adversely affect the health of the baby.
Besides, it is worth remembering that the child's body is several times more sensitive than an adult, so some may experience individual intolerance to this drug. When breastfeeding, the use of this medicine is also not very desirable, but sometimes doctors prescribe it if the expected results have more benefits and positive aspects than a negative effect on the body.
In the instructions, you can see a separate paragraph that warns against the impossibility of using the drug with other means that include thiosulfate, because this component cannot give a positive effect due to exposure to iodine. You should not use various ammonia solutions and essential oils because of the possibility of neutralizing the agent - in such cases, the drug only has a negative effect on the body. Elevated temperature is also considered not a very good condition for the full effectiveness of the remedy, therefore, Lugol Spray is usually prescribed only for not the most severe and advanced forms of angina.
Contraindications
Cons of Lugol Spray
Like any medical device, Lugol Spray has a number of disadvantages which should be taken into account before starting treatment. First of all, due to the specific smell and taste, the drug may cause reluctance in children to be treated. Often, hitting the site of inflammation in the throat can cause the child to have a gag reflex and unpleasant pain. Because of this, the child may be naughty, cry and refuse to take the drug.
Secondly, it should be borne in mind that although Lugol Spray does not have clear age restrictions, doctors still advise avoiding use for a child under five or six years old. Sometimes this drug can cause side effects and the development of other diseases due to the inability of the child's body to seamlessly perceive the components that make up Lugol Spray.
The drug itself has a not very convenient form - a viscous and nasty liquid, which can cause difficulties in lubricating inflamed areas, especially the throat. Often this becomes a problem in children under 12 years of age.
Sometimes the action of the drug can give an allergic reaction. In extreme cases, this process occurs in the form of edema, rash and redness. If such a reaction is detected, you should immediately consult a doctor, as there is a threat to health due to the possibility of developing Quincke's edema.
Another rather significant drawback is the interaction of the drug with surrounding objects. Getting the drug on clothes leads to the formation of a dark spot, which is almost impossible to remove by any chemical means - this is a significant disadvantage if it is necessary to treat children with this drug.