What is Nature's Fingerprint Kelp?
There are many brands and forms of povidone Nature's Fingerprint Kelp topical available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp is used on the skin to treat or prevent skin infection in minor cuts, scrapes, or burns. Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp topical are used inside the mouth to provide temporary relief of minor mouth pain or irritation, sore throat, or canker sore pain.
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp indications
Intramuscular
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp deficiency disorders
Adult: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of Nature's Fingerprint Kelp): Up to 45 yr: 380 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp, as single IM doses to provide adequate protection from Nature's Fingerprint Kelp deficiency for up to 3 yr. Pregnant patient: Moderate to severe: 480 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp each yr.
Child: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of Nature's Fingerprint Kelp): 380 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp, as single IM doses to provide adequate protection from Nature's Fingerprint Kelp deficiency for up to 3 yr. Infants up to 1 yr: 190 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp, as iodised oil (480 mg/ml Nature's Fingerprint Kelp).
Oral
Grave's disease
Child: Neonates: 1 drop of strong Nature's Fingerprint Kelp solution every 8 hr.
Oral
Radiation protection against radioactive Nature's Fingerprint Kelp
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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp deficiency disorders
Adult: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of Nature's Fingerprint Kelp): 400 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp once yrly. Pregnant patient: 200 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp as a single dose. Moderate to severe: 300-480 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp each yr or 100-300 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp): Infants up to 1 yr: Single dose of 100 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp; 1-5 yr: 200 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp; >6 yr: 400 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp.
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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp topical should not be used in children of certain ages.
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp is usually applied to the skin as needed. First clean the area to be treated.
Shake Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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.
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp in the mouth if you are using a form that is made for use only on the skin.
To use Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp swab is for one use only.
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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.
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp in details
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
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp description
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp as oral and topical/cutaneous formulations is prescribed for the treatment of Nature's Fingerprint Kelp deficiency disorders, pre-operative reduction of vascularity of thyroid glands, protection against radioactive Nature's Fingerprint Kelp, cutaneous or lymphocutaneous sporotrichosis, Grave’s disease, cleaning of minor or superficial wounds, thyroid storm and cleaning of wet wounds and ulcers.
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp solution every 8 hr.
Oral
Radiation protection against radioactive Nature's Fingerprint Kelp
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
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp deficiency disorders
Adult: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of Nature's Fingerprint Kelp): 400 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp once yrly. Pregnant patient: 200 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp as a single dose. Moderate to severe: 300-480 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp each yr or 100-300 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp): Infants up to 1 yr: Single dose of 100 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp; 1-5 yr: 200 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp; >6 yr: 400 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp.
Oral
Thyroid storm
Adult: As potassium iodide: Up to 500 mg every 4 hr.
Intramuscular
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp deficiency disorders
Adult: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of Nature's Fingerprint Kelp): Up to 45 yr: 380 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp, as single IM doses to provide adequate protection from Nature's Fingerprint Kelp deficiency for up to 3 yr. Pregnant patient: Moderate to severe: 480 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp each yr.
Child: As iodised oil (poppyseed/peanut/rapeseed oil containing about 38% w/w or 480 mg/ml of Nature's Fingerprint Kelp): 380 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp, as single IM doses to provide adequate protection from Nature's Fingerprint Kelp deficiency for up to 3 yr. Infants up to 1 yr: 190 mg Nature's Fingerprint Kelp, as iodised oil (480 mg/ml Nature's Fingerprint Kelp).
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.
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp interactions
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What other drugs will affect Nature's Fingerprint Kelp?
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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp may be absorbed systemically, the result of tests of the thyroid function can be influenced.
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp side effects
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What are the possible side effects of Nature's Fingerprint Kelp?
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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 Nature's Fingerprint Kelp vapour is very irritating to mucous membranes.
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp 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.
Nature's Fingerprint Kelp contraindications
Allergy to Nature's Fingerprint Kelp,
- 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: Nature's Fingerprint Kelp should not be administered to pregnant women. In women of childbearing age, suspicion of pregnancy must be excluded before the administration of Nature's Fingerprint Kelp. Contraception must be instituted and prosecuted in the administration at least a year.
- Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding should be stopped.
Active ingredient matches for Nature's Fingerprint Kelp:
| Unit description / dosage (Manufacturer) | Price, USD |
| Capsule; Oral; Iodine / Kelp 0.15 mg | |
List of Nature's Fingerprint Kelp substitutes (brand and generic names): | |
| N.C.F. Teat Dip (Ireland) | |
| Nitrodent Gum Paint (India) | |
| Nitrodent Gum Paint Potassium iodide 2 %, iodine 1%, tannic acid 661.5 %, thymol0.25 %, menthol 0.25 %, camphor 0.25 %. MOUTH PAINT / 15ml (Nitro Organics) | $ 0.41 |
| NITRODENT GUM PAINT mouth paint 15ml (Nitro Organics) | $ 0.41 |
| Normodent | |
| Normodent Mouth/Throat 10 ml Gum Paint (Biosearch Organics (Ultramark Healthcare Pvt Ltd) | $ 0.36 |
| Omnidine (Paraguay) | |
| Opti-Iodine | |
| Tablet; Oral; Iodine / Kelp, Potassium Iodide 225 mcg | |
| Organidin (United Kingdom) | |
| Osmovist 190 | |
| Injectable; Intrathecal; Iodine / Iotrolan 40.6% | |
| Osmovist 240 | |
| Injectable; Intrathecal; Iodine / Iotrolan 51.3% | |
| Osmovist 300 | |
| Injectable; Intrathecal; Iodine / Iotrolan 300 mg / ml | |
| P.V.P. Iodine Life | |
| Solution; Topical; Iodine 10% | |
| PA Iodo (Japan) | |
| Par Glycerol (United States) | |
| Pariodex | |
| Liquid; Topical; Iodine / Povidone-Iodine 1% | |
| Pencare | |
| Liquid; Topical; Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate Iodine Complex 5.5% | |
| Phyderm | |
| Liquid; Topical; Iodine 1% | |
| Pose-Iodophore (Thailand) | |
| Premise Disinfectant Liquid | |
| Liquid; Disinfectant / Barn; Iodine / Nonyl Phenoxypoly Ethoxy Ethanol - Iodine Complex 1.75% | |
| Liquid; Disinfectant / Food Premises; Iodine / Nonyl Phenoxypoly Ethoxy Ethanol - Iodine Complex 1.75% | |
| Prepodyne (Japan) | |
| Liquid; Topical; Iodine / Poloxamer Iodine Complex 1% | |
| Prepodyne 0.75% (Japan) | |
| Prepodyne 1% (Japan) | |
| Prepodyne Concentrate | |
| Liquid; Topical; Iodine / Polyethoxy Polypropoxy Polyethoxy Ethanol - Iodine Complex 5% | |
| Prepodyne Scrub | |
| Liquid; Topical; Iodine / Poloxamer Iodine Complex 6.35% | |
| ProActive (United Kingdom) | |
| Proactive Plus 0,15% (Belgium) | |
| Proviodine Ovules | |
| Suppositories; Vaginal; Iodine / Potassium Iodide 25 mg | |
| QuarterMate (United Kingdom) | |
| Liquid; Teat-Dip; Iodine / Hydriodic Acid - Iodine Complex 0.25% | |
| R-Gen | |
| Rapidyne | |
| Liquid; Disinfectant / Food Premises; Disinfectant / Medical Instruments; Iodine / Polyethoxy Polypropoxy Polyethoxy Ethanol - Iodine Complex 25% | |
| Ready To Use Iodine Kilco (United Kingdom) | |
| Rolderme No. 1 | |
| Liquid; Topical; Iodine 1% | |
| Roma-Nol (United States) | |
| Roztwor wodny jodu (Poland) | |
| Rx Plus (India) | |
| Rx Plus Carbohydrate 2.78 g, lysine 5mg, zinc 5 mg, vitamin B2 0.75mg, vitamin B6 0.5 mg, iodine38 mcg, copper 25 mcg, selenium 10 mcg, vitamin B12 5mcg, vitamin A 1250 IU, vitamin D3 100 IU, vitamin E2.5 IU, vitamin B5 1.25 mg, vitamin B1 0.75 mg, vitamin B (IPCA) | $ 0.96 |
| Rx Plus Carbohydrate 2.78 g, lysine 5mg, zinc 5 mg, vitamin B2 0.75mg, vitamin B6 0.5 mg, iodine38 mcg, copper 25 mcg, selenium 10 mcg, vitamin B12 5mcg, vitamin A 1250 IU, vitamin D3 100 IU, vitamin E2.5 IU, vitamin B5 1.25 mg, vitamin B1 0.75 mg, vitamin B (IPCA) | $ 0.96 |
| Rx Plus Carbohydrate 2.78 g, lysine 5mg, zinc 5 mg, vitamin B2 0.75mg, vitamin B6 0.5 mg, iodine38 mcg, copper 25 mcg, selenium 10 mcg, vitamin B12 5mcg, vitamin A 1250 IU, vitamin D3 100 IU, vitamin E2.5 IU, vitamin B5 1.25 mg, vitamin B1 0.75 mg, vitamin B (IPCA) | $ 0.96 |
| Rx Plus Carbohydrate 2.78 g, lysine 5mg, zinc 5 mg, vitamin B2 0.75mg, vitamin B6 0.5 mg, iodine38 mcg, copper 25 mcg, selenium 10 mcg, vitamin B12 5mcg, vitamin A 1250 IU, vitamin D3 100 IU, vitamin E2.5 IU, vitamin B5 1.25 mg, vitamin B1 0.75 mg, vitamin B (IPCA) | $ 0.96 |
| Rx Plus Carbohydrate 2.78 g, lysine 5mg, zinc 5 mg, vitamin B2 0.75mg, vitamin B6 0.5 mg, iodine38 mcg, copper 25 mcg, selenium 10 mcg, vitamin B12 5mcg, vitamin A 1250 IU, vitamin D3 100 IU, vitamin E2.5 IU, vitamin B5 1.25 mg, vitamin B1 0.75 mg, vitamin B (IPCA) | $ 0.96 |
| Rx Plus Carbohydrate 2.78 g, lysine 5mg, zinc 5 mg, vitamin B2 0.75mg, vitamin B6 0.5 mg, iodine38 mcg, copper 25 mcg, selenium 10 mcg, vitamin B12 5mcg, vitamin A 1250 IU, vitamin D3 100 IU, vitamin E2.5 IU, vitamin B5 1.25 mg, vitamin B1 0.75 mg, vitamin B (IPCA) | $ 0.96 |
| RX PLUS syr 200ml (IPCA) | $ 0.96 |
| Rx Plus Carbohydrate 2.78 g, lysine 5mg, zinc 5 mg, vitamin B2 0.75mg, vitamin B6 0.5 mg, iodine38 mcg, copper 25 mcg, selenium 10 mcg, vitamin B12 5mcg, vitamin A 1250 IU, vitamin D3 100 IU, vitamin E2.5 IU, vitamin B5 1.25 mg, vitamin B1 0.75 mg, vitamin B (IPCA) | $ 0.96 |
See 433 substitutes for Nature's Fingerprint Kelp | |
References
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- DrugBank. "Iodine". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB05382 (accessed September 17, 2018).
- DTP/NCI. "iodine: The NCI Development Therapeutics Program (DTP) provides services and resources to the academic and private-sector research communities worldwide to facilitate the discovery and development of new cancer therapeutic agents.". https://dtp.cancer.gov/dtpstandard/s... (accessed September 17, 2018).
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