Lugol's solution

Lugol's solution is familiar to us from childhood, it is not very tasty, but it immediately heals, especially the throat. He has been used for many years in otolaryngology as an external remedy. This medicine has French roots, because its name was received in honor of a French doctor named Jean Lugol. It is thanks to his discovery of this medical composition, we quickly recover. This discovery happened in 1829, when Jean Lugol suggested using this cherry dense liquid in the treatment of a very common then tuberculosis. For more than a century his invention has cured a person of colds, restores the joy of life and at the same time is quite inexpensive. Amazing drug, available to absolutely everyone!

Currently, Lugol's solution is no less popular medical preparation than it was at the time of discovery. And that's interesting - despite the fact that now there is a huge selection of anti - inflammatory drugs for sore throat, the quality and effectiveness of its effects are all the more surprising. Lugol's solution works flawlessly, it, as before, is successfully used to treat the mucous throat and larynx of a person.

What does this magic elixir consist of? Its composition is simple, it is: glycerin, calcium iodide and iodine itself. The medicine has an effect on the thyroid gland, as it contains elementary iodine. So, what is the ratio of the components that enter into Lugol's solution? It is as follows: 1 part of iodine, 2 parts of potassium iodide and 17 parts of water.

With angina, the doctor usually prescribes such a scheme: up to 10 drops 2 times a day for 1 glass of rinse water. The prepared Lugol solution must necessarily be at room temperature. Its use is a very simple and better antiseptic, time-tested, just not found. When tonsillitis with a cotton swab, which is abundantly moistened with a solution, gently rub the larynx, and also the pharynx.

How does it work, how does it destroy microbes that prevent a person from talking, eating and just drinking? The answer is that the solution interacts with the bacterial protein, coagulation takes place and all this ends with a complete victory of the drug over the microorganisms. The results of this struggle will be felt very soon, there will be a perspiration in the throat, intoxication will decrease.

In general, the medicine is well tolerated, but there are some cautions. For example, it is not desirable for a particular intolerance to iodine, which enters Lugol's solution. Its use in pregnancy is generally not recommended, since allergies can occur in the form of urticaria and runny nose, as well as lacrimation and burning.

Used in medicine and Lugol's solution with glycerin. Its application is, as a rule, irrigation of mucous pharynx and larynx for infections of the upper respiratory tract. It is effective for stomatitis, inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity. This medicine consists of 94 parts of glycerin, 1 part of iodine, 2 parts of potassium iodide and 3 parts of water. A solution of Lugol with glycerin is applied only by local application .

Not everyone knows that this is used as a protection against radiation. In this case, the dose will be increased and is 10 drops 2 times a day for oral administration, the course of treatment - 3 weeks. Such a device will help protect against radiation.

In the market of drugs in 2009 appeared this drug in a spray. He allowed to cancel unpleasant lubrication of the throat with a swab and can now get on the sore spot in the form of a sprayed jet of medicine. They are easy to use, clothes are less spoiled. Pressed on the head of the spray and the throat is completely processed with medicinal ointment. In addition, the recommended dose of the drug is more accurately measured in the spray. A small inconspicuous bottle with a viscous, reddish liquid, but how much useful it carries in itself to help and ease the well-being of a sick person! This solution has served humanity for ever since 1829. Knowingly its recipe is not forgotten by people, after all it is invaluable.