Treatment should not exceed 3 months continuous use due to risk of systemic absorption. 

Contraindications and cautions vary between products, and may include thyroid disorders, severe renal impairment, pregnancy and breast feeding, use in children, and patients receiving lithium. Refer to the BNF and individual product literature for more information.

Iodosorb

(Cadexomer, polyethylene glycol and iodine 0.9%)

• Sterile dark-brown paste ointment, 10g (£5.01), 20g (£10.03)

Indications

• To remove excess exudate and slough from the wound bed and reduce bacteria on the wound surface

Notes

1. Suitable for use under compression therapy.
2. Change frequency/ wear time = up to 72 hours (three times per week).
3. Do not exceed 50g in a single application or 150g in 1 week or more than 3 months single course of treatment.

Iodoflex

(Cadexomer, polyethylene glycol and iodine 0.9%)

• Sterile dark-brown paste dressing with gauze backing on both sides, 5g (£4.54), 10g (£9.07), 17g (£14.37)

Indications

• To remove excess exudate and slough from the wound bed and reduce bacteria on the wound surface

Notes

1. Suitable for use under compression therapy.
2. Change frequency/ wear time = up to 72 hours (three times per week).
3. Do not exceed 50g in a single application or 150g in 1 week or more than 3 months single course of treatment.

Inadine

(Non-adherent dressing impregnated with 10% povidone-iodine)

• 5 x 5cm (£0.35), 9.5 x 9.5cm (£0.51)

Indications

• Management and prevention of infection in ulcers, minor burns and minor traumatic skin injuries

Notes

1. Inadine is rapidly deactivated by wound exudate and should not be used with hydrogels
2. Change frequency/ wear time = every 1-3 days. Colour change indicates when to change dressing. Maximum = 4 dressings per time.
3. Do not exceed more than 4 dressings in a single application or more than 1 week single course of treatment. Medical supervision is required for use longer than 1 week.
4. Do not reuse. Reuse may result in infection and cross contamination.