Lugol during pregnancy

Lugol solution is considered to be one of the safest drugs, which successfully fights with diseases of not only the throat and mouth, but wounds and burns. It consists of distilled water, iodine and potassium iodide, and in some forms of release there is also glycerin, which makes the product more convenient for application to the tonsils. It would seem, indeed, all the natural components and Lugol during pregnancy can be used safely, but not all so unambiguously.

Can I use Lugol during pregnancy?

If you carefully study the instructions to the drug, then one of the contraindications to use is the period of bearing of the child. And here the question is not only that studies in this area have not been carried out, but also that in large quantities iodine has a very negative effect on the development of the fetus.

At present, there are two absolutely polar points of view about whether Lugol can be pregnant, and how safe he is. Doctors who are against the treatment of future moms with this drug, explain their opinion by the fact that the medicine can get inside the woman's body, and this is quite harmful. In addition, it dries heavily the mouth and glands, which can cause a strong cough, which is not very desirable in the period of carrying the child.

Supporters of the use of the Lugol solution during pregnancy believe that it is better to use this natural drug than any other synthetic drugs. The fact that the content of iodine in it is so small that it is unlikely that its use in the doses specified in the instructions can cause an incorrect formation of the fetus. In addition, the human body is designed in such a way that it is able to remove excess iodine, and therefore, it is not necessary to experience future women in this plan at all.

It is worth noting that before using the medicine, women need to consult a doctor. At least in order for him to examine the thyroid gland for pathologies. In addition, Lugol during pregnancy as in the first trimester, and in others, should not be used if:

• there is an allergy to the components of the medicine;
• the patient has complaints of dryness in the throat;
• the smell of the product causes nausea or vomiting.

How to apply Lugol during pregnancy?

Now in pharmacies, you can find several forms of the drug: a spray (for the treatment of diseases of the mucous membranes of the mouth and throat), a solution with glycerin and without it.

Spray Lugol during pregnancy is applied 4 to 6 times a day. To do this, you need to bring a can of medicine to the oral cavity and make one spray, while holding the breath.

Lugol solution during pregnancy in both the trimester and others, in the treatment of throat or oral cavity, is applied to a cotton swab that is attached to an elongated stick. After that, the glands and mucous membrane near them are smeared with a solution. The remnants of the medicine are not swallowed by the patient, but spit out.

In addition, Lugol's solution during pregnancy in both the trimester and others can be used to treat purulent otitis, atrophic rhinitis, all kinds of burns and wounds. In each individual case, the dosage of the drug and the treatment regimen are selected by the physician individually.

To summarize, I would like to note that, undoubtedly, Lugol is one of the most proven antiseptics. There are a lot of medical opinions about its use during pregnancy, but the fact that our grandmothers, mothers were treated with this medicine, and it really helped, no one will deny. If you decide to fight Lugol's disease, first consult with a doctor and if he does not see you have contraindications, strictly follow the instructions. It is worth remembering that Lugol is that drug, an overdose of which can be dangerous for your baby.