How Iodine Beneficial Wound Care?
It is long period of time that iodine is in use as an antibacterial agent and a skin disinfectant. In 1811, iodine was discovered and after that. It was gained widespread popularity during the American Civil War, where it was used liberally to treat the wounds of soldiers. In its original form, iodine causes pain and irritation when applied to wounds. At the same time, it has been shown to impair the function of cells involved in wound healing, and also had the unfortunate side effect of skin discoloration. However, when it comes to 1940’s, iodine has come into use in the form of iodophors which are newer, safer, and less painful formulations. These products release sustained low levels of iodine, which bind to proteins, fatty acids, and nucleotides, while have a broad spectrum of activity against bacteria, mycobacterium, fungi, and protozoa.