| Pronunciation |
 (EYE
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dyne) |
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| Generic Available |
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Yes |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Topical Skin Product |
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| Use |
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Used topically as an antiseptic in the management of minor, superficial skin wounds and has been used to disinfect the skin preoperatively |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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D |
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| Adverse Reactions |
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1% to 10%: Dermatologic: Skin rash, angioedema, urticaria, acne Gastrointestinal: Metallic taste, diarrhea Endocrine & metabolic: Hypothyroidism Hematologic: Eosinophilia, hemorrhage (mucosal) Neuromuscular & skeletal: Arthralgia Ocular: Swelling of eyelids Respiratory: Pulmonary edema Miscellaneous: Lymph node enlargement |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Apply topically as necessary to affected areas of skin |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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| Patient Information |
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Take with food or milk; may stain skin and clothing |
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| Nursing Implications |
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Avoid tight bandages because iodine may cause burns on occluded skin |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Solution: 2% Tincture: 2% |
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