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Collosol Iodine is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Liquid. It is primarily used for the treatment of Infections, Open Wound. Secondary and off-label uses of Collosol Iodine have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Collosol Iodine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Collosol Iodine as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Collosol Iodine go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Collosol Iodine's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Collosol Iodine has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Collosol Iodine related warnings section.
Collosol Iodine can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Collosol Iodine in conditions like Drug Allergy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Collosol Iodine are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Collosol Iodine with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Collosol Iodine is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Collosol Iodine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Collosol Iodine safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Collosol Iodine. It is best to stop taking Collosol Iodine immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Collosol Iodine safe during breastfeeding?
Collosol Iodine may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Collosol Iodine, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Collosol Iodine.
What is the effect of Collosol Iodine on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Collosol Iodine on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Collosol Iodine on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Collosol Iodine on the liver.
What is the effect of Collosol Iodine on the Heart?
You can take Collosol Iodine without any fear of damage to the heart.
Collosol Iodine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Collosol Iodine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Collosol Iodine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Collosol Iodine is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Collosol Iodine as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Collosol Iodine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Collosol Iodine for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Collosol Iodine
You can take Collosol Iodine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Collosol Iodine
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Collosol Iodine.
Yes, Collosol Iodine kills bacteria. It exerts its bactericidal effect by invading the cell wall of the bacteria and killing its DNA and denaturing the enzymes.
No, Collosol Iodine is not an antibiotic. It is an antiseptic. It is used against fungi, yeast, bacteria, and protozoans. It is also used as a disinfectant for cleaning the equipment. It is used extensively as an antiseptic because of its good safety, efficacy and tolerability profile. It is broad-spectrum in nature and doesn't have the complication of resistance developing to it.
Collosol Iodine is also known as an iodophor, meaning that povidone is a carrier of iodine. Iodine kills the microbes as it acts as the active molecule. Once released from the complex, the free iodine penetrates into the cell walls of the microorganisms and inhibits the synthesis and structures of proteins and nucleic acids. Even though the complete mechanism is not understood, it is hypothesized that iodine disrupts the vital bacterial structures and mechanisms, denaturing and deactivating the bacteria. In-vitro studies have also suggested that iodine decreases the inflammation caused by the pathogens and host cells.
Collosol Iodine is a brand name for a complex containing elemental iodine and polyvinylpyrrolidone (povidone, PVP). It is extensively used as an antiseptic and a disinfectant. It is usually used in the solution form.
Yes, Collosol Iodine is used for open wounds since last few decades. It remains a favorite agent for use as an antiseptic and as a wound-healing agent because of its safety, tolerability, and efficacy. Collosol Iodine has a broad spectrum of activity, has reduced cell toxicity, low incidence of resistance has anti-inflammatory property, and is able to penetrate biofilms (cluster of microorganisms attached to the cell surface).
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