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Iodine


Pronunciation

 (EYE oh dyne)


U.S. Brand Names

 Iodex [OTC]; Iodoflex™; Iodosorb®


Generic Available

 Yes


Use

 Used topically as an antiseptic in the management of minor, superficial skin wounds and has been used to disinfect the skin preoperatively


Pregnancy Risk Factor

 D


Adverse Reactions

 Frequency not defined.

Central nervous system: Fever, headache

Dermatologic: Skin rash, angioedema, urticaria, acne

Endocrine & metabolic: Hypothyroidism

Gastrointestinal: Metallic taste, diarrhea

Hematologic: Eosinophilia, hemorrhage (mucosal)

Neuromuscular & skeletal: Arthralgia

Ocular: Swelling of eyelids

Respiratory: Pulmonary edema

Miscellaneous: Lymph node enlargement


Dosage

 Apply topically as necessary to affected areas of skin


Patient Education

 May stain skin and clothing


Nursing Implications

 Avoid tight bandages because iodine may cause burns on occluded skin; external use only; may stain skin or clothing


Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

 No significant effects or complications reported


Dental Health: Vasoconstrictor/Local Anesthetic Precautions

 No information available to require special precautions


Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status

 None reported


Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment

 None reported


Dosage Forms

Dressing, topical [gel pad] (Iodoflex™): 0.9% (5 g, 10 g)

Gel, topical (Iodosorb®): 0.9% (40 g)

Ointment (Iodex): 4.7% (30 g, 720 g)

Tincture, topical: 2% (30 mL, 480 mL); 7% (30 mL, 480 mL)


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