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The Atomidine®: Manufacturers and Their Recommendations |
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Atomidine
Iodine Solutions
THE ATOMIDINE® MANUFACTURERS AND THEIR RECOMMENDATIONS
In addition to its
application for human conditions, Beslin, otherwise known as
Formula 1440, became established in the field of veterinary
medicine. Its use was recommended whenever an internal germicide
or external antiseptic was required, ranging from treatment of
fevers (in cases such as distemper) and toxic intestinal
disturbances, to prevention of epizootic diseases and use as a
local antiseptic, germicide and surgical dressing.
The Laboratoire
Durveaux announced its discovery of Atomidine, as the product
was now called, in glowing terms, heralding the beginning of
'the era of atomic chemistry'. Atomidine was given the
following uses: as an internal germicide in infections of
both microbic and parasitic origin (indicating its use for
feverish conditions such as malaria and acute staphylococcus
and streptococcus infections); as an active and efficient
gastro-intestinal antiseptic (through its stimulating effect
on the endocrine glands);to reduce blood pressure in cases
of hypertension; as a non-irritating diuretic; as an efficient
urinary antiseptic for infections and inflammatory lesions of
the kidney and urinary canal; as a specific for all types of
iodine deficiency diseases; and as an activator of general
metabolism, a stimulus to endocrine functions, and an energizer
of cell secretions (increasing physical strength and
vitality)
The average dosage
advised by this company was five to ten drops in half a glass of
water (freshly prepared for each administration),
repeated every two or three hours. Frequent small doses were
advised rather than larger doses at less frequent intervals.
Atomidine was preferably given in cold water on an empty
stomach, particularly not after eating a starchy meal.
An Atomidine
ointment was also made by Laboratoire Durveaux. Laboratory
tests found it to be a non-irritating, deeply penetrating
germicide and antiseptic that would relieve pain due to local
congestion or inflammation, promote or activate cell metabolism
and repair, and increase local resistance to infection. It was
found to have particularly outstanding results in treatment of
burns.
Schieffelin and
Company produced literature on Atomidine largely similar to that
of its former manufacturer. They indicated its use particularly
for iodine deficiency diseases, gastro-intestinal disorders,
hypertension, asthenic conditions (cases of depressed
metabolism), and as a diuretic and urinary antiseptic. Use
of Atomidine in dentistry was also advocated, particularly in
post-operative cases such as tooth extraction. It was found to
arrest bleeding, reduce pain during and following oral surgery,
and stimulate growth of tissue. Schieffelin and Company noted
additionally that Atomidine should not be administered in
combination with other drugs.
The previous Atomidine Company cautions users to administer it
under a doctor's supervision, particularly in cases of lung
disease, chronic cough, goitre or thyroid disease. Externally
it is recommended as a general application for cuts, boils,
toothaches, and surface infections. For use as a mouthwash or
gargle for sore throat, the suggested dilution is fifteen to
twenty drops in one third glass of water. The mouthwash can be
done twice daily and the gargle as often as every few hours. The
label states to "prepare fresh solution for each
administration," which simply means that (because a diluted
solution of Atomidine is less stable over a period of time)
the Atomidine should be added to water only when ready to use.
