Aqueous Iodine solution
Route of Administration
Storage conditions
Mechanism of Action
Contraindications
Side effects
Indications
Lactation
Bronchitis
Depression
Headache
Insomnia
Conjunctivitis
Hypersensitive to iodides
Use in pregnancy
Hypothyroidism
Hypersensitive to iodine
Store in a well-ventilated place
. Keep container tightly closed
Store below 25°C
Store in a dry, cool place
Stored for 36 months unopened
Oral
Attenuates oxidation and organification of thyroid hormones
Release of thyroid hormones is also blocked
Inhibits the enzyme thyroid peroxidase
T4 and T3 increases iodine uptake
Thyroid storm
Hyperthyroidism
Pre-operative management of hyperthyroidism.
Post radioactive iodine treatment
Thyrotoxicosis