Mirion
Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.
Summary
Mirion is an organic compound of iodine and gelatin with varying iodine content (2, 6, 10%), used as a treatment for syphilis, especially in combination with salvarsan, and also for lethargic encephalitis, gonorrhea complications, tuberculosis, and disfiguring arthritis.
Encyclopedia article (1928–1936)
MIRION (Mirion), an organic compound of iodine and gelatin with varying iodine content (2, 6, 10%); a yellow transparent liquid with an acidic reaction and a smell resembling iodoform. The action of mirion is similar to other iodine preparations with slow release of iodine in the body, which is why M. rarely causes iodism. M. is administered intramuscularly in the treatment of syphilis, especially in combination with salvarsan. Mirion is also prescribed for lethargic encephalitis, subacute complications of gonorrhea, tuberculosis of lymph glands, surgical tuberculosis, and disfiguring arthritis. Dosage: intramuscularly for syphilis 3-5 cm3; for other diseases, start with 2 cm3 with subsequent increases of 0.5 cm3. It is also administered intravenously. Side effects: mild fever, exacerbation of the process in fresh gonorrhea, acute cases of rheumatism and tuberculosis (general reaction).
Wien. klin. Wochenschr., 1922, № 49; Kratter E., Erfahrungen uber das Benkosche Jodpraparat Mirion bei Syphilis u. anderen Erkrankungen, Munch, med. Wochenschr., 1923, p. 141.
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“Mirion.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/mirion/