15% Max Strength Lugols Iodine Solution Dr

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Historically, Lugol's iodine solution has been widely available and used for a number of health problems with some precautions. [28] Lugol's is sometimes prescribed in a variety of alternative medical treatments. [29] [30] Only since the end of the Cold War has the compound become subject to national regulation in the English-speaking world. [ citation needed] Society and culture [ edit ] Regulation [ edit ] https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/339439/SACN_Iodine_and_Health_2014.pdf

Lugol's iodine was first made in 1829 by the French physician Jean Lugol. [7] [8] It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. [9] [10] Lugol's iodine is available as a generic medication and over the counter. [1] Lugol's solution is available in different strengths of iodine. Large volumes of concentrations more than 2.2% may be subject to regulation. [11] Uses [ edit ] Medical uses [ edit ] Connie M. Rhee, MD; Ishir Bhan, MD, MPH; Erik K. Alexander, MD; Steven M. Brunelli, MD, MSCE , Arch Intern Med. 2012;172(2):153-159. doi:10.1001/archinternmed.2011.677 Not only does Iodine play an important role in the brain, it also contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function. Patients at high risk of oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma are usually followed using a combination of Lugol’s chromoendoscopy and narrow-band imaging. [14] With Lugol’s iodine, low-grade dysplasia appears as an unstained or weakly stained area; high-grade dysplasia is consistently unstained. [15]Jean Francois Coindet (1774-1834) was the first to use iodine for medicinal use. Lugol’s Solution was first made by French physician J. G. A. Lugol in 1829. Dr. Lugol researched substances that could help treat infections and found that iodine could be used and showed promise in this field. What does Lugol's Iodine Solution do? It is likely that anyone with hypothyroidism, especially when it is not due to autoimmunity, will be iodine deficient. Because iodine is so necessary in tissues other than the thyroid (eg breast, bone marrow, immune system, brain), the iodine levels should be tested by a urine test. Lugol's iodine was distributed in Polish People's Republic after the Chernobyl catastrophe, due to government not being informed of how severe the event was and overestimating radiation, and unavailability of iodine tablets. [17] For some people, iodine or iodine-containing products may worsen autoimmune thyroid problems such as Hashimoto’s and Graves’ disease, and cause enlargement of the thyroid (goitre). 21 On the other hand, some healthcare professionals believe that a high iodine intake, such as seen in Japanese women, can largely prevent breast cancer. 2

a b c d e f British National Formulary: BNF 69 (69thed.). British Medical Association. 2015. p.493. ISBN 9780857111562. Young women of child-bearing age are the most susceptible to the adverse effects of iodine-deficiency and even mild deficiency may have an impact on the developing brain of foetuses and young children. It can also cause goitre. According to the World Health Organisation, iodine-deficient communities have IQs up to 13.5 points lower than similar but iodine-sufficient communities.” 9 It’s also found in iodized salt, sea salt, seaweed, kelp, foods that contain carrageen, agar-agar, algin or alginate, many prepared and/or cured meats (ham, bacon, sausage, corned beef), dried fruit, margarine, canned vegetables, commercial bakery products, chocolate, molasses, soy products, any vitamins or supplements that contain iodine, FD&C red dye #3, cereals – wheat etc, (depending on how much iodine was in the soil where they were grown). Iodine contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function, is important for visual function and eye moisture and may contribute to preserve healthy hair, nails and skin as well as the normal functioning of the nervous system, cognitive function and metabolism.In an iodine loading test, iodine sufficiency is determined by comparing the amount of Iodine taken to the amount excreted in the urine. 30 After ingesting a specified oral dose of iodine, urine is collected for 24 hours and iodide levels are then measured. Because taking iodine is not good for certain people, you should always discuss having this test with your healthcare practitioner. The World Health Organization classifies substances taken orally with an LD50 of 5–50mg/kg as the second highest toxicity class, Class Ib (Highly Hazardous). [22] The Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals categorizes this as Category 2 with a hazard statement "Fatal if swallowed". [23] Potassium iodide is not considered hazardous. [24] Mechanism of action [ edit ] World Health Organization (2021). World Health Organization model list of essential medicines: 22nd list (2021). Geneva: World Health Organization. hdl: 10665/345533. WHO/MHP/HPS/EML/2021.02. This product must be diluted before its usage. Dilute 1 drop of this product in 60 drops (3ml) of water and take 2 drops of this dilution, once daily, which contains 210 µg iodine (140% NRV). This product is suitable for vegans and vegetarians. Discontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Not for continuous daily use. Do not use if allergic to iodine. Health Leads formula https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/339439/SACN_Iodine_and_Health_2014.pdf

Until 2007, in the United States, Lugol's solution was unregulated and available over the counter as a general reagent, an antiseptic, a preservative, [31] or as a medicament for human or veterinary application. Lugol's iodine may also be used as an oxidizing germicide, however it is somewhat undesirable in that it may lead to scarring and discolors the skin temporarily. One way to avoid this problem is by using a solution of 70% ethanol to wash off the iodine later. Iodine is an element that plays an essential role in the functioning of a healthy thyroid. It is used for the production of thyroid hormones.Kaur S, Parr JH, Ramsay ID, Hennebry TM, Jarvis KJ, Lester E (May 1988). "Effect of preoperative iodine in patients with Graves' disease controlled with antithyroid drugs and thyroxine". Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. 70 (3): 123–127. PMC 2498739. PMID 2457351. World Health Organization (2019). World Health Organization model list of essential medicines: 21st list 2019. Geneva: World Health Organization. hdl: 10665/325771. WHO/MVP/EMP/IAU/2019.06. License: CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 IGO. Iodine plays a crucial role in the human body and is particularly essential for growth and development, particularly within unborn babies and newborns.