Ca lactate/Ca pantothenate/copper/Fe fumarate/folic acid/iodine/niacinamide/Vit A/vit B1/vit B12/vit B2/vit B6/vit C/vit D Uses

Did you have any side effects with this medicine?
sponsored

Consists of Ca lactate, Ca pantothenate, copper, Fe fumarate, folic acid, iodine, niacinamide, Vit A, vit B1, vit B12, vit B2, vit B6, vit C, vit D

Ca lactate indications

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.
sponsored

Vit & mineral supplement for pregnant & lactating women.

Ca lactate dosage

1 caplet daily.

Ca lactate contraindications

Iodine allergy.

What is Copper?

Copper is a small, flexible plastic “T” shaped intrauterine system with copper wrapped around the stem and placed on arms of the “T”. Two thin white threads are attached to the stem (lower end) of Copper. The threads are the only part of Copper you can feel when Copper is in your uterus; however, unlike a tampon string, the threads do not extend outside of your body.

Copper does not protect against HIV infection (AIDS) or other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

What if I need birth control for more than 10 years?

Copper must be removed on or before 10 years from the date of insertion. Your healthcare provider can place a new Copper during the same office visit if you choose to continue using Copper.

What if I want to stop using Copper?

Copper is intended for use up to 10 years, but you can stop using Copper at any time by asking your healthcare provider to remove it. You could become pregnant as soon as Copper is removed; however, if you do not want to become pregnant you should use another method of birth control. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best birth control methods for you.

What if I change my mind about birth control and want to become pregnant in less than 10 years?

Your healthcare provider can remove Copper at any time before the 10 years after placement. You may become pregnant as soon as Copper is removed.

Copper indications

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.
sponsored

Copper® is indicated for intrauterine contraception for up to 10 years. The pregnancy rate in clinical studies has been less than 1 pregnancy per 100 women each year.

Table 1: Percentage of women experiencing an unintended pregnancy during the first year of typical use and first year of perfect use of contraception and the percentage continuing use at the end of the first year: United States

Footnotes to Table 1

Source: Trussel J, Contraceptive efficacy. In Hatcher RA, Trussel J, Stewart F, Cates W, Stewart GK, Kowal D, Guest F, Contraceptive Technology: Seventeenth Revised Edition. New York NY: Irvington Publishers, 1998.

% of Women Experiencing

an Accidental Pregnancy within

the First Year of Use

% of Women Continuing

Use at One Year3

Method (1)

Typical Use1 (2)

Perfect Use2 (3)

(4)

Chance4

85

85

Spermicides5

26

6

40

Periodic Abstinence

Calendar

Ovulation Method

Sympto-thermal6

Post-ovulation

25

9

3

2

1

63

Cap7

Parous women

Nulliparous women

40

20

26

9

42

56

Sponge

Parous women

Nulliparous women

40

20

20

9

42

56

Diaphragm7

20

6

56

Withdrawal

19

4

Condom8

Female (Reality)

Male

21

14

5

3

56

61

Pill

Progestin only

Combined

5

0.5

0.1

71

IUD

Progesterone T

Copper T 380A

LNg 20

2.0

0.8

0.1

1.5

0.6

0.1

81

78

81

Depo Provera

0.3

0.3

70

Norplant and Norplant-2

0.05

0.05

88

Female sterilization

0.5

0.5

100

Male sterilization

0.15

0.10

100

Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Treatment initiated within 72 hours after unprotected intercourse reduces the risk of pregnancy by at least 75%.9

Lactational Amenorrhea Method: LAM is a highly effective temporary method of contraception.10

1.
Among typical couples who initiate use of a method (not necessarily for the first time), the percentage who experience an accidental pregnancy during the first year if they do not stop use for any other reason.
2.
Among couples who initiate use of a method (not necessarily for the first time) and who use it perfectly (both consistently and correctly), the percentage who experience an accidental pregnancy during the first year if they do not stop use for any reason.
3.
Among couples attempting to avoid pregnancy, the percentage who continue to use a method for one year.
4.
The percents becoming pregnant in columns (2) and (3) are based on data from populations where contraception is not used and from women who cease using contraception in order to become pregnant. Among such populations, about 89% become pregnant within one year. This estimate was lowered slightly (to 85%) to represent the percentage who would become pregnant within one year among women now relying on reversible methods of contraception if they abandoned contraception altogether.
5.
Foams, creams, gels, vaginal suppositories, and vaginal film.
6.
Cervical mucus (ovulation) method supplemented by calendar in the pre-ovulatory and basal body temperature in the post-ovulatory phases.
7.
With spermicidal cream or jelly.
8.
Without spermicides.
9.
The treatment schedule is one dose within 72 hours after unprotected intercourse, and a second dose 12 hours after the first dose. Preven is the only dedicated product specifically marketed for emergency contraception. The Food and Drug Administration has also declared the following brands of oral contraceptive to be safe and effective for emergency contraception: Ovral (1 dose is 2 white pills), Alesse (1 dose is 5 pink pills), Nordette or Levlen (1 dose is 4 light-orange pills), Lo/Ovral (1 dose is 4 white pills), Triphasil or Tri-Levlen (1 dose is 4 yellow pills).
10.
However, to maintain effective protection against pregnancy, another method of contraception must be used as soon as menstruation resumes, the frequency or duration of breastfeeds is reduced, bottle feeds are introduced, or the baby reaches 6 months of age.

Uses of Copper in details

There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.
sponsored

Use: Labeled Indications

Trace element added to parenteral nutrition (PN) to prevent copper deficiency; orally as a dietary supplement

Copper description

Copper has been designed for the demands of modern life. With a wide range of nutrients and trace minerals, Copper gives nutritional support to the area of health which are most relevance to women.

Each cap contains starflower oil 100 mg, evening primrose oil 100 mg, citrus bioflavonoids 10 mg, natural mixed carotenoids 2 mg, vitamin D (as D3 200 IU) 5 mcg, vitamin E 30 mg, vitamin C 60 mg, vitamin K 90 mcg, thiamin (vitamin B1) 10 mg, riboflavin (vitamin B2) 5 mg, niacin (vitamin B3) 36 mg, vitamin B6 10 mg, folic acid 400 mcg, vitamin B12 20 mcg, biotin 50 mcg, pantothenic acid 6 mg, magnesium 100 mg, iron 12 mg, zinc 12 mg, copper 1500 mcg, manganese 2.5 mg, selenium 100 mcg, chromium 50 mcg, para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) 30 mg.

No artificial colours, gluten, presevatives, starch or sugar, salt or yeast.

Copper has not been tested on animals.

Copper dosage

sponsored

Copper Dosage

Generic name: COPPER 313.4mg

Dosage form: intrauterine device

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 1, 2019.

Important Dosage and Administration Instructions

Timing of Insertion

Refer to Table 1 for recommended timing of Copper insertion.

Table 1: Recommended Timing of Copper Insertion
Clinical Situation Recommended Timing of Copper Insertion
1. Start Copper in females not currently using contraception At any time during the menstrual cycle.
2. Switch to Copper from an oral, transdermal, or vaginal form of hormonal contraception or an injectable progestin contraceptive At any time during the menstrual cycle; discontinue the previous method.
3. Switch to Copper from a contraceptive implant or other intrauterine system Same day the implant or IUS is removed (insert at any time during the menstrual cycle).
4. Insert Copper after abortion or miscarriage Immediately after abortion, although immediate placement has a slightly higher risk of expulsion than
placement at other times. Insertion after second trimester abortion is associated with a higher risk of expulsion than insertion after a first trimester abortion.
5. Insert Copper after Childbirth May insert immediately postpartum.
Insertion before uterine involution is complete, which may not occur until the second postpartum month, has been associated with increased risk of expulsion.
There appears to be an increased risk of perforation in lactating women.

Preparation Instruction

Before insertion:

Figure 1: Copper Intrauterine System (IUS) with Insertion Tube and Solid White Rod

Insertion Procedure

Figure 2: Inserting Tips of T-Arms of Paraguard into Insertion Tube

Figure 3: Bending T-Arms of Paraguard While in Sterile Packaging

Figure 4: Inserting Tips of T-Arms of Paraguard into Insertion Tube While in Sterile Packaging

Figure 5: Insertion Tube with Paraguard in Uterus

Figure 6: Release of T-Arms of Paraguard in Uterus

Figure 7: Placement of Paraguard in Fundus of Uterus

Figure 8: Withdraw Solid White Rod from Uterus

Figure 9: Appropriate Paraguard Placement in Uterus

If you suspect that Copper is not in the correct position, check placement (with ultrasound, if necessary). If Copper is not positioned completely within the uterus, remove it and replace it with a new Copper. Do not reinsert an expelled or partially expelled Copper.

Postplacement Management of Paraguard

Following placement:

Do not reinsert a used Copper.

2.6 Removal of Paraguard

Timing of Removal

Removal Instructions

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

More about Copper (copper topical)

Professional resources

Related treatment guides

Copper interactions

Ascorbic Acid: Copper may decrease the serum concentration of Ascorbic Acid. Management: To minimize the risk for ascorbic acid degradation, add multivitamin product to TPN solution immediately prior to infusion or administer multivitamin and copper in separate containers. Consider therapy modification

Copper side effects

See also:
What are the possible side effects of Copper?

Adverse Reactions

Generally well tolerated; excessive copper levels may result in the following adverse effect.

Hepatic: Hepatic insufficiency (including hepatic necrosis)

Copper contraindications

Copper® should not be placed when one or more of the following conditions exist:

1.
Pregnancy or suspicion of pregnancy
2.
Abnormalities of the uterus resulting in distortion of the uterine cavity
3.
Acute pelvic inflammatory disease, or current behavior suggesting a high risk for pelvic inflammatory disease
4.
Postpartum endometritis or postabortal endometritis in the past 3 months
5.
Known or suspected uterine or cervical malignancy
6.
Genital bleeding of unknown etiology
7.
Mucopurulent cervicitis
8.
Wilson’s disease
9.
Allergy to any component of Copper®
10.
A previously placed IUD that has not been removed

Fe fumarate indications

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.

iron-deficiency anaemia

Fe fumarate dosage

1 cap daily.

What is Folic acid?

Vitamins are compounds that you must have for growth and health. They are needed in small amounts only and are usually available in the foods that you eat. Folic acid (vitamin B 9) is necessary for strong blood.

Lack of folic acid may lead to anemia (weak blood). Your health care professional may treat this by prescribing folic acid for you.

Some conditions may increase your need for folic acid. These include:

In addition, infants smaller than normal, breast-fed infants, or those receiving unfortified formulas (such as evaporated milk or goat's milk) may need additional folic acid.

Increased need for folic acid should be determined by your health care professional.

Some studies have found that folic acid taken by women before they become pregnant and during early pregnancy may reduce the chances of certain birth defects (neural tube defects).

Claims that folic acid and other B vitamins are effective for preventing mental problems have not been proven. Many of these treatments involve large and expensive amounts of vitamins.

Injectable folic acid is given by or under the direction of your health care professional. Another form of folic acid is available without a prescription.

Folic acid indications

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.

Folic acid is used in the treatment and prevention of the folate deficiency state. It does not correct folate deficiency due to dihydrofolate reductase inhibitors. Folic acid is also used in women of child-bearing potential and pregnant women to protect against neural tube defects in their offspring. It is also used for the treatment of folate-deficient megaloblastic anaemia, chronic haemolytic states such as thalassaemia major or sickle-cell anaemia.

How should I use Folic acid?

Use folic acid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use folic acid.

Uses of Folic acid in details

There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.

Folic acid is the man-made form of folate. Folate is a B-vitamin naturally found in some foods. It is needed to form healthy cells, especially red blood cells.

Folic acid supplements may come in different forms (such as L-methylfolate, levomefolate, methyltetrahydrofolate). They are used to treat or prevent low folate levels. Low folate levels can lead to certain types of anemia. Conditions that can cause low folate levels include poor diet, pregnancy, alcoholism, liver disease, certain stomach/intestinal problems, kidney dialysis, among others. Women of childbearing age should receive adequate amounts of folic acid either through their diet or supplements to prevent infant spinal cord birth defects.

How to use Folic acid

Take this product by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. If you are taking the over-the-counter product, follow all directions on the product package. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Do not increase your dose or take this product more often than directed.

Take this product regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Follow the diet plan recommended by your doctor or dietician. See also Notes section.

If your condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away.

Folic acid description

A member of the vitamin B family that stimulates the hematopoietic system. It is present in the liver and kidney and is found in mushrooms, spinach, yeast, green leaves, and grasses (poaceae). Folic acid is used in the treatment and prevention of folate deficiencies and megaloblastic anemia. [PubChem]

Folic acid dosage

Folic Acid Dosage

Applies to the following strength(s): 1 mg; 0.4 mg; 5 mg/mL; 0.8 mg

The information at Drugs.com is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Usual Adult Dose for:

Usual Pediatric Dose for:

Additional dosage information:

Usual Adult Dose for Megaloblastic Anemia

1 mg orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or IV once a day. May continue until clinical symptoms of folate deficiency and the hematological profile have normalized.

Usual Adult Dose for Folic Acid Deficiency

400 to 800 mcg orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or IV once a day.

Women of childbearing age, pregnant, and lactating women: 800 mcg orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or IV once a day.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Folic Acid Deficiency

Infant:

0.1 mg orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or IV once a day.

Child:

Less than 4 years: up to 0.3 mg orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or IV once a day.

4 years or older: 0.4 mg orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or IV once a day.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation

Recommended daily allowance (RDA):

Premature neonates: 50 mcg/day (15 mcg/kg/day).

Full-term neonates and infants 1 to 6 months: 25 to 35 mcg/day.

Children:

1 to 3 years: 150 mcg/day.

4 to 8 years: 200 mcg/day.

9 to 13 years: 300 mcg/day.

14 years and older: 400 mcg/day.

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Dose Adjustments

Rarely, a dosage of 2 mg/day may be required, particularly in patients with malabsorption, alcoholism, chronic hemolysis, chronic exfoliative skin disease or who are on concomitant anticonvulsant therapy.

Dialysis

Folic acid is removed by both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. The amount removed varies with type equipment used.

Because folate may accumulate in patients with end-stage renal disease, side effects may be more likely in this patient who is undergoing dialysis. Once this patient's body stores of folate are replete, three times a week dosing may be just as beneficial as once daily dosing but should portend a lower risk of side effects.

Other Comments

The recommended daily allowance of folic acid for adult males and females ranges from 150 to 200 and 150 to 180 mcg/day, respectively.

There is a potential danger in administering folic acid to patients with undiagnosed anemia, since folic acid may obscure the diagnosis of pernicious anemia by alleviating the hematologic manifestations of the disease while allowing the neurologic complications to progress.

Severe megaloblastic anemia may require therapy for 4 to 5 weeks. Once stabilized, if dietary intake is inadequate, maintenance therapy can be started.

More about folic acid

Consumer resources

Professional resources

Related treatment guides

Folic acid interactions

See also:
What other drugs will affect Folic acid?

Medications that interfere with your bodys ability to use folate may also increase the need for this vitamin. Medications can interfere with folate utilization, including: anticonvulsant medications (such as phenytoin, and primidone) metformin (sometimes prescribed to control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes) sulfasalazine (used to control inflammation associated with Crohns disease and ulcerative colitis) triamterene (a diuretic) Methotrexate There has been concern about the interaction between vitamin B12 and folic acid. Folic acid supplements can correct the anemia associated with vitamin B12 deficiency. Unfortunately, folic acid will not correct changes in the nervous system that result from vitamin B12 deficiency. Permanent nerve damage could theoretically occur if vitamin B12 deficiency is not treated. Therefore, intake of supplemental folic acid should not exceed 1000 micrograms (g, sometimes mcg) per day to prevent folic acid from masking symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency. It is important for older adults to be aware of the relationship between folic acid and vitamin B12 because they are at greater risk of having a vitamin B12 deficiency. If you are 50 years of age or older, ask your physician to check your B12 status before you take a supplement that contains folic acid.

Folic acid side effects

See also:
What are the possible side effects of Folic acid?

Allergic sensitization has been reported following both oral and parenteral administration of Folic Acid.

Folic Acid is relatively nontoxic in man. Rare instances of allergic responses to Folic Acid preparations have been reported and have included erythema, skin rash, itching, general malaise, and respiratory difficulty due to bronchospasm. One patient experienced symptoms suggesting anaphylaxis following injection of the drug. Gastrointestinal side effects, including anorexia, nausea, abdominal distention, flatulence, and a bitter or bad taste, have been reported in patients receiving 15 mg Folic Acid daily for 1 month. Other side effects reported in patients receiving 15 mg daily include altered sleep patterns, difficulty in concentrating, irritability, overactivity, excitement, mental depression, confusion, and impaired judgment. Decreased vitamin B12 serum levels may occur in patients receiving prolonged Folic Acid therapy.

In an uncontrolled study, orally administered Folic Acid was reported to increase the incidence of seizures in some epileptic patients receiving phenobarbital, primidone, or diphenylhydantoin. Another investigator reported decreased diphenylhydantoin serum levels in folate-deficient patients receiving diphenylhydantoin who were treated with 5 mg or 15 mg of Folic Acid daily.

CALL YOUR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE ABOUT SIDE EFFECTS. YOU MAY REPORT SIDE EFFECTS TO THE FDA AT 1-800-FDA-1088 OR LEADING PHARMA, LLC AT 844-740-7500.

Folic acid contraindications

See also:
What is the most important information I should know about Folic acid?

Because it may mask the hematologic abnormalities while neurological damage progresses, folic acid should not be used in the therapy of patients with vitamin B12 deficiency of any cause, unless there is associated folate deficiency. The folic acid content of one tablet a day however, is unlikely to mask pernicious anemia should this condition be present. Also, pregnancy during pernicious anemia is very rare.

What is Iodine?

There are many brands and forms of povidone iodine topical available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Iodine is used on the skin to treat or prevent skin infection in minor cuts, scrapes, or burns. Iodine is also used in a medical setting to help prevent infection and promote healing in skin wounds, pressure sores, or surgical incisions.

Some forms of povidone iodine topical are used inside the mouth to provide temporary relief of minor mouth pain or irritation, sore throat, or canker sore pain.

Iodine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Iodine indications

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.

Intramuscular

Iodine deficiency disorders

Adult: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of iodine): Up to 45 yr: 380 mg iodine, as single IM doses to provide adequate protection from iodine deficiency for up to 3 yr. Pregnant patient: Moderate to severe: 480 mg iodine each yr.

Child: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of iodine): 380 mg iodine, as single IM doses to provide adequate protection from iodine deficiency for up to 3 yr. Infants up to 1 yr: 190 mg iodine, as iodised oil (480 mg/ml iodine).

Oral

Grave's disease

Child: Neonates: 1 drop of strong iodine solution every 8 hr.

Oral

Radiation protection against radioactive iodine

Adult: As potassium iodide: 100-150 mg 24 hr before procedure and daily for up to 10 days after procedure.

Child: As potassium iodide: Infants from birth to 1 mth with a predicted thyroid exposure of ≥5 centigrays (cGy): 16 mg. >1 mth to 3 yr with a predicted thyroid exposure of ≥5 cGy: 32 mg. >3 yr to 18 yr (except adolescents approaching adult size) with a predicted thyroid exposure of ≥5 cGy: 65 mg. Do not exceed once-daily doses.

Oral

Preoperative reduction of vascularity of the thyroid gland

Adult: As potassium iodide: 50-250 mg (approx 1-5 drops of a solution containing 1 g/ml) tid for 10-14 days before surgery.

Child: As potassium iodide: 50-250 mg (approx 1-5 drops of a solution containing 1 g/ml) tid for 10-14 days before surgery. As strong iodine solution: 0.1-0.3 ml (or approx 3-5 drops) tid.

Oral

Cutaneous or lymphocutaneous sporotrichosis

Adult: As potassium iodide solution containing 1 g/mL: Initially, 1 mL tid, should continue for at least 1 mth after disappearance or stabilisation of the lesions.

Child: As potassium iodide: Initially, 250 mg (approx 5 drops of a solution containing 1 g/ml) tid. Max: 1.25-2 g (approx 25-40 drops) tid. Duration: 3-6 mth.

Oral

Thyroid storm

Adult: As potassium iodide: Up to 500 mg every 4 hr.

Oral

Iodine deficiency disorders

Adult: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of iodine): 400 mg iodine once yrly. Pregnant patient: 200 mg iodine as a single dose. Moderate to severe: 300-480 mg iodine each yr or 100-300 mg iodine every 6 mth and for at least 1 yr postpartum.

Child: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of iodine): Infants up to 1 yr: Single dose of 100 mg iodine; 1-5 yr: 200 mg iodine; >6 yr: 400 mg iodine.

Topical/Cutaneous

Cleaning wet ulcers and wounds

Adult: As 0.9% topical gel: Apply to clean wound. Max: 50 g/application and 150 g/wk. Change dressing about 3 times/wk and reduce applications as exudate decreases. Do not use for >3 mth and stop treatment when wound is free of exudate.

Child: As 0.9% topical gel: Apply to clean wound. Max: 50 g/application and 150 g/wk. Change dressing about 3 times/wk and reduce applications as exudate decreases. Do not use for >3 mth and stop treatment when wound is free of exudate.

Topical/Cutaneous

Minor, superficial skin wounds

Adult: As 2% or 2.5% solution/ointment: Apply small amount to the affected area 1-3 times daily.

Child: As 2% or 2.5% solution/ointment: Apply small amount to the affected area 1-3 times daily.

How should I use Iodine?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Iodine is available in many different forms, such as a liquid, ointment, aerosol powder, cream, spray, swab, and soap. Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.

Always follow directions on the medicine label about using this medicine on a child. Some forms of povidone iodine topical should not be used in children of certain ages.

Iodine is usually applied to the skin as needed. First clean the area to be treated.

Shake Iodine spray well just before each use.

Allow the medicine to dry completely on the skin before applying a bandage. Do not apply a tight bandage.

Do not use this medicine on deep wounds, puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns. Do not apply over large skin areas.

When treating an infection, you may be given antibiotic medication to take by mouth. Use all medicines for the full prescribed length of time, even if your symptoms quickly improve.

Iodine used in the mouth may be used up to 4 times per day. How often you can use this medicine depends on what form you use. Follow all directions on the medicine label.

Do not use Iodine in the mouth if you are using a form that is made for use only on the skin.

To use Iodine spray in the mouth, spray directly into the mouth or throat. Leave the medicine in place for 15 seconds, then spit it out. Avoid swallowing the spray. Use once every 2 hours as needed.

To use Iodine as a mouth rinse, gargle or swish the liquid for 30 seconds, then spit it out. Do not swallow the liquid. Use up to 4 times per day.

You should not use Iodine for longer than 7 days without medical advice.

Call your doctor if your sore throat is severe or ongoing after 2 days, or if you also have a high fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting.

If you are using Iodine on your skin, seek medical advice if you have new or worsening symptoms of pain, redness, swelling, rash, or fever.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze.

Each Iodine swab is for one use only.

Iodine can stain skin, teeth, and fabric. You may use rubbing alcohol to remove staining from your skin. Avoid getting alcohol onto a wound or irritated skin. Stains on fabric can be removed by rinsing with ammonia diluted with water. Avoid getting the medicine on jewelry, especially silver.

Iodine spray is flammable. Do not use near high heat or open flame. Do not smoke until the gel has completely dried on your skin.

Uses of Iodine in details

There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.

Use: Labeled Indications

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

Iodine description

Iodine as oral and topical/cutaneous formulations is prescribed for the treatment of iodine deficiency disorders, pre-operative reduction of vascularity of thyroid glands, protection against radioactive iodine, cutaneous or lymphocutaneous sporotrichosis, Grave’s disease, cleaning of minor or superficial wounds, thyroid storm and cleaning of wet wounds and ulcers.

Iodine dosage

Oral

Preoperative reduction of vascularity of the thyroid gland

Adult: As potassium iodide: 50-250 mg (approx 1-5 drops of a solution containing 1 g/ml) tid for 10-14 days before surgery.

Child: As potassium iodide: 50-250 mg (approx 1-5 drops of a solution containing 1 g/ml) tid for 10-14 days before surgery. As strong iodine solution: 0.1-0.3 ml (or approx 3-5 drops) tid.

Reconstitution: Administer potassium iodide oral solution in a large quantity (240 ml) of water, or in fruit juice, milk formula or broth.

Oral

Grave's disease

Child: Neonates: 1 drop of strong iodine solution every 8 hr.

Oral

Radiation protection against radioactive iodine

Adult: As potassium iodide: 100-150 mg 24 hr before procedure and daily for up to 10 days after procedure.

Child: As potassium iodide: Infants from birth to 1 mth with a predicted thyroid exposure of ≥5 centigrays (cGy): 16 mg. >1 mth to 3 yr with a predicted thyroid exposure of ≥5 cGy: 32 mg. >3 yr to 18 yr (except adolescents approaching adult size) with a predicted thyroid exposure of ≥5 cGy: 65 mg. Do not exceed once-daily doses.

Reconstitution: 130-mg Tablet: Place 1 tablet in a small bowl and pulverise using a metal spoon. Add 20 ml of water to the powder and mix until the powder dissolves. Then add 20 ml of the selected drink and mix. Resulting concentration: 6.25 mg potassium iodide per 5 ml. 65-mg Tablet: Place 1 tablet in a small bowl and pulverise. Add 20 ml of water to the powder and mix until the powder dissolves. Then add 20 ml of the selected drink and mix. Resulting concentration: 8.125 mg potassium iodide per 5 ml.

Oral

Cutaneous or lymphocutaneous sporotrichosis

Adult: As potassium iodide solution containing 1 g/mL: Initially, 1 mL tid, should continue for at least 1 mth after disappearance or stabilisation of the lesions.

Child: As potassium iodide: Initially, 250 mg (approx 5 drops of a solution containing 1 g/ml) tid. Max: 1.25-2 g (approx 25-40 drops) tid. Duration: 3-6 mth.

Reconstitution: Administer potassium iodide solution in a large quantity (240 ml) of water, fruit juice, milk formula or broth.

Oral

Iodine deficiency disorders

Adult: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of iodine): 400 mg iodine once yrly. Pregnant patient: 200 mg iodine as a single dose. Moderate to severe: 300-480 mg iodine each yr or 100-300 mg iodine every 6 mth and for at least 1 yr postpartum.

Child: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of iodine): Infants up to 1 yr: Single dose of 100 mg iodine; 1-5 yr: 200 mg iodine; >6 yr: 400 mg iodine.

Oral

Thyroid storm

Adult: As potassium iodide: Up to 500 mg every 4 hr.

Intramuscular

Iodine deficiency disorders

Adult: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of iodine): Up to 45 yr: 380 mg iodine, as single IM doses to provide adequate protection from iodine deficiency for up to 3 yr. Pregnant patient: Moderate to severe: 480 mg iodine each yr.

Child: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of iodine): 380 mg iodine, as single IM doses to provide adequate protection from iodine deficiency for up to 3 yr. Infants up to 1 yr: 190 mg iodine, as iodised oil (480 mg/ml iodine).

Topical/Cutaneous

Minor, superficial skin wounds

Adult: As 2% or 2.5% solution/ointment: Apply small amount to the affected area 1-3 times daily.

Child: As 2% or 2.5% solution/ointment: Apply small amount to the affected area 1-3 times daily.

Topical/Cutaneous

Cleaning wet ulcers and wounds

Adult: As 0.9% topical gel: Apply to clean wound. Max: 50 g/application and 150 g/wk. Change dressing about 3 times/wk and reduce applications as exudate decreases. Do not use for >3 mth and stop treatment when wound is free of exudate.

Child: As 0.9% topical gel: Apply to clean wound. Max: 50 g/application and 150 g/wk. Change dressing about 3 times/wk and reduce applications as exudate decreases. Do not use for >3 mth and stop treatment when wound is free of exudate.

Iodine interactions

See also:
What other drugs will affect Iodine?

There is a potential risk of interaction with lithium, resulting in an increased possibility of hypothyroidism.

this medicineshould not be used concomitantly with mercurial antiseptics, e.g. mercurochrome and thiomersal.

Since iodine may be absorbed systemically, the result of tests of the thyroid function can be influenced.

Iodine side effects

See also:
What are the possible side effects of Iodine?

Iodine and iodides, whether applied topically or given systemically, can give rise to hypersensitivity reactions which may include urticaria, angioedema, cutaneous haemorrhage or purpuras, fever, arthralgia, lymphadenopathy, and eosinophilia.

Inhalation of iodine vapour is very irritating to mucous membranes.

Iodine and iodides have variable effects on the thyroid and can produce goitre and hypothyroidism as well as hyperthyroidism (the Iod-Basedow or Jod-Basedow phenomenon). Goitre and hypothyroidism have also occurred in infants born to mothers who had taken iodides during pregnancy.

Prolonged use may lead to a range of adverse effects, often called ’iodism’, some of which may again be due to hypersensitivity. Adverse effects include metallic taste, increased salivation, burning or painful mouth; there may be acute rhinitis, coryza-like symptoms, and swelling and inflammation of the throat. Eyes may be irritated and swollen and there may be increased lachrymation. Pulmonary oedema, dyspnoea, and bronchitis may develop. Skin reactions include acneform or, more rarely, severe eruptions (iododerma). Other reported effects include depression, insomnia, impotence, headache, and gastrointestinal disturbances, notably nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea.

Iodine contraindications

Allergy to iodine,

- Class III patients with Okuda

- Extrahepatic metastases,

- Respiratory or renal insufficiencies severe

- Cons-indications for hepatic arteriography,

- Leukopenia below 1500/mm3 or thrombocytopenia less 50000/mm3,

- Pregnant woman: Iodine should not be administered to pregnant women. In women of childbearing age, suspicion of pregnancy must be excluded before the administration of Iodine. Contraception must be instituted and prosecuted in the administration at least a year.

- Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding should be stopped.

What is Niacinamide?

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.

Treating acne.

Niacinamide is a vitamin B supplement. Exactly how Niacinamide works is unknown.

How should I use Niacinamide?

Use Niacinamide as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Niacinamide.

Uses of Niacinamide in details

There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.

To treat Hartnup disease (light sensitive skin rashes), inflammatory skin disease, vitamin deficiency, anxiety and Alzheimer’s disease (disorder that causes mental confusion and forgetfulness). It is also used in combination with intravenous vitamin C therapy for cancer.

Niacinamide description

Niacinamide, also called as nicotinamide (vitamin B3), is prescribed for the treatment of niacin deficiency disorders including pellagra. Niacinamide should not be used for treatment of hyperlipidemia.

Niacinamide dosage

Niacinamide Dosage

Applies to the following strengths: 100 mg; 500 mg

Usual Adult Dose for:

Usual Pediatric Dose for:

Additional dosage information:

Usual Adult Dose for Niacin Deficiency

Recommended Daily Allowances (RDA):

Males: 19 mg orally each day

Females: 13 mg orally each day

Initial dose: 100 mg orally 3 times a day, with or after meals

Maintenance dose: 100 to 500 mg orally up to 3 times a day, with or after meals

Niacinamide has toxic potential at adult doses in excess of 3 g/day.

Niacinamide may also be administered parenterally as a component of injectable multivitamin additives contained in parenteral nutrition products. All existing parenteral vitamin products for adults contain 40 mg/vial, which is the dose recommended by the American Medical Association/Nutrition Advisory Group for patients 11 years and older requiring parenteral vitamins.

Usual Adult Dose for Pemphigus

Recommended Daily Allowances (RDA):

Males: 19 mg orally each day

Females: 13 mg orally each day

Initial dose: 100 mg orally 3 times a day, with or after meals

Maintenance dose: 100 to 500 mg orally up to 3 times a day, with or after meals

Niacinamide has toxic potential at adult doses in excess of 3 g/day.

Niacinamide may also be administered parenterally as a component of injectable multivitamin additives contained in parenteral nutrition products. All existing parenteral vitamin products for adults contain 40 mg/vial, which is the dose recommended by the American Medical Association/Nutrition Advisory Group for patients 11 years and older requiring parenteral vitamins.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Niacin Deficiency

Recommended Daily Allowances (RDA):

0 to 6 months: 5 mg orally each day

6 months to 1 year: 6 mg orally each day

1 to 3 years: 9 mg orally each day

4 to 6 years: 12 mg orally each day

7 to 10 years: 13 mg orally each day

Males:

11 to 14 years: 17 mg orally each day

15 to 18 years: 20 mg orally each day

19 to 50 years: 19 mg orally each day

Females:

11 to 50 years: 13 mg orally each day

Niacinamide may also be administered parenterally as a component of injectable multivitamin additives contained in parenteral nutrition products. All existing parenteral vitamin products for children contain 17 mg/vial, which is the dose recommended by the American Medical Association/Nutrition Advisory Group for patients under 11 years of age.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Pemphigus

Recommended Daily Allowances (RDA):

0 to 6 months: 5 mg orally each day

6 months to 1 year: 6 mg orally each day

1 to 3 years: 9 mg orally each day

4 to 6 years: 12 mg orally each day

7 to 10 years: 13 mg orally each day

Males:

11 to 14 years: 17 mg orally each day

15 to 18 years: 20 mg orally each day

19 to 50 years: 19 mg orally each day

Females:

11 to 50 years: 13 mg orally each day

Niacinamide may also be administered parenterally as a component of injectable multivitamin additives contained in parenteral nutrition products. All existing parenteral vitamin products for children contain 17 mg/vial, which is the dose recommended by the American Medical Association/Nutrition Advisory Group for patients under 11 years of age.

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Because niacinamide is primarily metabolized by the liver and because of the risk of hepatotoxicity, niacinamide in not recommended in patients with liver dysfunction.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Taking niacinamide with food may reduce stomach upset.

Niacinamide should not be taken with hot drinks.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

More about niacinamide

Consumer resources

Related treatment guides

Niacinamide side effects

See also:
What are the possible side effects of Niacinamide?

Applies to niacinamide: tablets

Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Diarrhea; dizziness; headache; itching; nausea; stomach upset; temporary feeling of warmth or flushing of the skin.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur while taking niacinamide:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry, or bloody stools; changes in vision; dark urine; decreased urination; fast or irregular heartbeat; loss of appetite; muscle pain or weakness; numbness or persistent tingling of the skin; persistent nausea, vomiting, or general "unwell" feeling; severe or prolonged flushing of the skin; stomach pain; swelling of the hands, legs, or feet; vomit that looks like coffee grounds; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

What is the most important information I should know about Niacinamide?

Vit A indications

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.

Multivit & lysine supplement for active growth, increased appetite, wt gain, enhanced body resistance to stress & infection.

Vit A dosage

Childn 7-12 yr 15 mL, 3-6 yr 10 mL, 1-2 yr 5 mL. To be taken once daily.

Vit A interactions

Vit E increases absorption of vit A. Inhibits absorption & function of vit K w/ high doses of vit E. Reduced effects of vit E w/ Fe prep. Reduced absorption of vit A & E w/ cholestyramine & liqd paraffin.

Vit A side effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea.

Vit A contraindications

Hypersensitivity. Large doses (>1 g daily) of vit C in patients w/ G6PD deficiency. History of renal calculi, hyperoxaluria, oxalate dysbolism & thalassemia. Patients w/ vit A redundancy.

Vit B12 indications

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.

calcium deficiency, tetanus

Vit C indications

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.

For systemic use of Vit C: prevention and treatment of hypo- and avitaminosis of vitamin C; providing increased need for vitamin C during growth, pregnancy, lactation, with heavy loads, fatigue and during recovery after prolonged severe illness; in winter with an increased risk of infectious diseases.

For intravaginal use: chronic or recurrent vaginitis (bacterial vaginosis, nonspecific vaginitis) caused by the anaerobic flora (due to changes in pH of the vagina) in order to normalize disturbed vaginal microflora.

Vit C description

Each teaspoonful (5 mL) of syrup contains vitamin C 83.33 mg, vitamin B1 8.33 mg, vitamin B6 1.67 mg, vitamin B12 8.33 mcg, riboflavin 4.16 mg, Vit C 8.33 mg, dl-panthenol 3.33 mg, vitamin A 1500 units and vitamin D 100 units.

Vit C dosage

This medication administered orally, IM, IV, intravaginally.

For the prevention of deficiency conditions Vit C dose is 25-75 mg / day, for the treatment - 250 mg / day or more in divided doses.

For intravaginal used ascorbic acid drugs in appropriate dosage forms.

Vit C interactions

In an application with barbiturates, primidone increases the excretion of ascorbic acid in the urine.

With the simultaneous use of oral contraceptives reduces the concentration of ascorbic acid in blood plasma.

In an application of Vit C with iron preparations ascorbic acid, due to its regenerative properties, transforms ferric iron in the bivalent, which improves its absorption.

Ascorbic acid in high doses can decrease urine pH that while the application reduces the tubular reabsorption of amphetamine and tricyclic antidepressants.

With the simultaneous use of aspirin reduces the absorption of ascorbic acid by about a third.

Vit C in an application with warfarin may decrease effects of warfarin.

With the simultaneous application of ascorbic acid increases the excretion of iron in patients receiving deferoxamine. In the application of ascorbic acid at a dose of 500 mg / day possibly left ventricular dysfunction.

In an application with tetracycline is increased excretion of ascorbic acid in the urine.

There is a described case of reducing the concentration of fluphenazine in plasma in patients treated with ascorbic acid 500 mg 2 times / day.

May increase the concentration of ethinyl estradiol in the blood plasma in its simultaneous application in the oral contraceptives.

Vit C side effects

CNS: headache, fatigue, insomnia.

Digestive system: stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting.

Allergic reaction: describes a few cases of skin reactions and manifestations of the respiratory system.

Urinary system: when used in high doses - hyperoxaluria and the formation of kidney stones of calcium oxalate.

Local reactions: with intravaginal application - a burning or itching in the vagina, increased mucous discharge, redness, swelling of the vulva. Other: sensation of heat.

Vit C contraindications

Increased sensitivity to ascorbic acid.

Active ingredient matches for Ca lactate/Ca pantothenate/copper/Fe fumarate/folic acid/iodine/niacinamide/Vit A/vit B1/vit B12/vit B2/vit B6/vit C/vit D:

Ca lactate/Ca pantothenate/copper/Fe fumarate/folic acid/iodine/niacinamide/Vit A/vit B1/vit B12/vit B2/vit B6/vit C/vit D


References

  1. DailyMed. "ASCORBIC ACID; BIOTIN; CYANOCOBALAMIN; DEXPANTHENOL; ERGOCALCIFEROL; FOLIC ACID; NIACINAMIDE; PHYTONADIONE; PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE; RIBOFLAVIN 5'-PHOSPHATE SODIUM; THIAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE; VITAMIN A; VITAMIN E: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailyme... (accessed September 17, 2018).
  2. DailyMed. "COPPER: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailyme... (accessed September 17, 2018).
  3. PubChem. "Iodine". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/com... (accessed September 17, 2018).

Reviews

The results of a survey conducted on ndrugs.com for Ca lactate/Ca pantothenate/copper/Fe fumarate/folic acid/iodine/niacinamide/Vit A/vit B1/vit B12/vit B2/vit B6/vit C/vit D are given in detail below. The results of the survey conducted are based on the impressions and views of the website users and consumers taking Ca lactate/Ca pantothenate/copper/Fe fumarate/folic acid/iodine/niacinamide/Vit A/vit B1/vit B12/vit B2/vit B6/vit C/vit D. We implore you to kindly base your medical condition or therapeutic choices on the result or test conducted by a physician or licensed medical practitioners.

User reports

Consumer reported useful

No survey data has been collected yet


Consumer reported price estimates

No survey data has been collected yet


Consumer reported time for results

No survey data has been collected yet


Consumer reported age

No survey data has been collected yet


Consumer reviews


There are no reviews yet. Be the first to write one!


Your name: 
Email: 
Spam protection:  < Type 28 here

Information checked by Dr. Sachin Kumar, MD Pharmacology

| Privacy Policy
This site does not supply any medicines. It contains prices for information purposes only.
© 2003 - 2024 ndrugs.com All Rights Reserved