Lugol's solution

INSTRUCTION FOR MEDICAL USE OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT LUGOLI SOLUTION (LUGOLISOLUTIO)

Composition:

Active substances: iodine, potassium iodide;

1 g of solution contains iodine 10 mg, potassium iodide 20 mg;

Excipients: glycerol, purified water.

Pharmaceutical form. Solution.

Main physico-chemical properties: transparent syrupy liquid of reddish-brown color with the odor of iodine.

Pharmacotherapeutic group. Preparations used for throat diseases. Antiseptics. ATC code R02A A20.

Pharmacological properties.

Pharmacodynamics.

Lugol's solution exerts a bactericidal effect due to the presence of free iodine. The preparation has antimicrobial activity against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including streptococci, staphylococci, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella species, and Proteus vulgaris.

Clinical characteristics.

Indications.

Inflammatory diseases of the mucous membranes of the pharynx and larynx: laryngitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis.

Contraindications.

Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. Severe liver and kidney diseases, pronounced hyperfunction of the thyroid gland, decompensated cardiac, renal or hepatic insufficiency; radioactive iodine studies or therapy (2 weeks before and after the study or therapy).

Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction.

Do not use simultaneously with hydrogen peroxide solution and other antiseptic agents.

Special precautions for use

The medication is not intended for oral administration. Do not inhale or swallow the medication. Avoid contact of the medication with eyes. Use with caution in laryngitis due to the possibility of laryngospasm; in tuberculosis, hemorrhagic diatheses.

Do not violate the recommended application instructions for the medicinal product, as this may harm health.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Contraindicated.

Ability to affect reaction speed when driving or operating machinery. Not observed.

Method of Administration and Dosage.

For external use only!

Moisten a tampon with the preparation and apply it to the affected mucous membranes of the pharynx and larynx 3–4 times daily.

The duration of treatment depends on the course and severity of the disease.

Children. Do not use in children under 5 years of age.

Overdose.

Iodism may occur (rhinitis, urticaria, Quincke's edema, lacrimation, salivation, rash, muscle weakness, lethargy).

Treatment. Immediate discontinuation of the drug and symptomatic therapy.

Side effects.

Prolonged use may lead to symptoms of iodism (rhinitis, urticaria, Quincke's edema, lacrimation, salivation, skin rashes, muscle weakness, lethargy).

Shelf life.

3 years.

Do not use the drug after the expiry date stated on the package.

Storage conditions.

Store at a temperature not exceeding 25 °C in a place inaccessible to children.

Packaging.

25 g in bottles or 25 g in a bottle in a carton.

Prescription status. Over-the-counter.

Manufacturer.

LLC "DKP "Pharmaceutical Factory".

Manufacturer's address and place of business.

4 Korolyova St., Stanishivka, Zhytomyr district, Zhytomyr region, 12430, Ukraine.