{"product_id":"iodine-powder-smith-nephew-iodosorb","title":"SMITH \u0026 NEPHEW Iodosorb Powder, Cadexomer Powder with Iodine, 3g","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIodosorb powder\u003c\/strong\u003e is a sterile formulation of acute cadexomer iodine. When applied to the wound, it cleans it by absorbing fluids, removing pus and debris and forming a moist gel over the wound surface. As Iodosorb swells in situ the active iodine is released, killing resident micro-organisms in the wound site and changing colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eIt reduces bacteria, absorbs exudate, pus and debris,  facilitates desloughing and maintains a moist wound environment to promote healing of chronic ulcers and wounds such as venous stasis ulcers, pressure sores, diabetic foot ulcers, and infected traumatic and surgical wounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eEach gram of cadexomer iodine can absorb up to 6ml of fluid. When Iodosorb Powder needs changing, it changes colour for easy identification. The powder forms a non-adhesive moist gel over the wound that can be easily removed without damaging the fragile new tissue underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClinically proven to treat infection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffective antimicrobial and deslougher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh absorbency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide range of high level clinical support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanges colour as iodine is released\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages wound healing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps to eliminate odour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eThoroughly clean the wound and surrounding area with a gentle stream of sterile water or saline. Remove excess fluid, leaving wound surface slightly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eApply powder to the wound surface to form a layer 3mm deep and cover with a dry dressing or gauze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eCover with an appropriate secondary dressing e.g. Melolin or Allevyn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eTo avoid the risk of cross-contamination, it is recommended that the use of a single sachet of Iodosorb Powder be confined to one patient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eAs Iodosorb Powder contains 0.9% w\/w Iodine it should not be used in patients with known or suspected Iodine sensitivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eIodosorb Powder is contraindicated in Hashimoto's thyroiditis and in cases of nodular goitre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eIodosorb Powder should not be used in children under 12 years of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eIodine may be absorbed systemically, especially when large wounds are treated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ePatients with severely impaired renal function or a past history of thyroid disorder are more susceptible to alterations in thyroid metabolism with chronic Iodosorb Powder therapy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eIn endemic goitre, there have been isolated reports of hyperthyroidism associated with exogenous iodine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eIodine crosses the placental barrier. Clinical experience of use in pregnant women is limited. Iodosorb Powder should therefore not be used in pregnant women.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eIodine is secreted into breast milk. Clinical experience of use in lactating women is limited. Iodosorb Powder should therefore not be used in lactating women.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eThere is a potential risk of interaction with lithium resulting in an increased possibility of hyperthyroidism. Iodosorb Powder should not be used with mercurial antiseptics e.g. mercurochrome, thiomersal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eA single application should not exceed 50g. The total amount of Iodosorb used in one week should not exceed 150g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eThe duration of treatment should not exceed 3 months in any single course of treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eThere is no experience in children, therefore Iodosorb Powder is not recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SMITH \u0026 NEPHEW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42205941694539,"sku":"S\u0026N-66001286","price":12.4,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/6293\/4347\/files\/4769.jpg?v=1774519658","url":"https:\/\/www.medicalsupplies.com.sg\/products\/iodine-powder-smith-nephew-iodosorb","provider":"Pharmex Healthcare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}