'Potassium iodide'. Description

"Iodide potassium" - a drug that affects the synthetic functions of the thyroid (affects the formation of hormones). It inhibits the synthesis of the thyroid-stimulating hormone formed under the influence of the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland (by means of which the functional capacity of the thyroid gland is regulated), in addition there is a reflex increase in the secretion of the bronchial glands (sputum is intensified). Also, "Potassium iodide" has the properties of protein cleavage (proteolytic activity). When applying the drug, antiseptic properties are localized. One of the most important properties of "Potassium iodide" is the ability of the drug to bind radioactive iodine, preventing its accumulation in the tissues of the thyroid gland, providing protection of the body from the effects of radiation.

Indications for use of the drug

"Potassium iodide" is used for hyperthyroidism, endemic goiter (the disease develops in the case of a lack of iodine in water), when preparing patients for thyroid surgery for thyrotoxicosis (the disease is characterized by increased secretion of thyroid hormones). In other cases, "Potassium iodide" is used as a medicine for diseases of the respiratory system, in cases of bronchial asthma. Good results "Potassium iodide" demonstrates in the treatment of eye diseases (cataracts, hemorrhages in the shell of the eye) and with lesions of the conjunctiva and the cornea with a fungus. In some cases, "Potassium iodide" can be used as an auxiliary for the treatment of syphilis or for preventive measures to protect the thyroid gland from radiation.

"Potassium iodide". Instructions

"Potassium iodide" is taken internally. Form release in the form of tablets, potions or solutions. In order to avoid irritating effects of the drug, it must be washed down with milk, a little sweet tea or kissel.

To treat endemic goiter, 0.04 grams is prescribed for 1 time per week. For the prevention of endemic goiter in adverse areas, it is recommended to consume a special, iodine-rich table salt (100 grams of such salt is added about 1-2.5 grams of potassium iodide).

Treatment of diffuse goiter is done in doses of 0.04 grams at 3 r / d, and then decreases to 0.125 grams in 1-2 r / d small courses for 20 days, doing between them ten-day breaks.

If "Iodide potassium" is prescribed as an auxiliary for the treatment of syphilis, it is prescribed in the form of solutions of 3-4% and is applied to 1c / l 3 r / d immediately after meals. This allows for rapid resolution of the infiltrate (seals caused by syphilis).

In those cases when "Potassium iodide" is used to treat the actinomycosis of the lungs, the therapeutic dose is significantly increased and amounts to 10-20% solution, applied 4 r / d to 1c / l.

"Potassium iodide" has a number of side effects, including: the manifestation of iodine (inflammatory, non-infectious, mucosal reactions, where iodine was administered in large doses or in case of individual intolerance); There are cases of a common cold, hives, in severe cases of Quincke's edema and other allergic manifestations. When taking the drug inside, there may be discomfort sensations of the epigastric region.

Contraindications.

"Potassium iodide", like many other medicines, has a number of contraindications. The drug should not be taken with pulmonary tuberculosis, certain kidney diseases (nephritis and nephrosis), purulent skin lesions (furunculosis), adolescent acne, hemorrhagic diathesis, pregnancy (there may be exceptions in case of danger of getting into the body of radioactive iodine).

"Potassium iodide". Formula

The formula is as follows - KI. It has "Iodide potassium" chemical properties, acting as a soft reducing agent, and is easily oxidized.

It should be remembered that the administration of any medicines is inadmissible without consultation with the attending physician.