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Aqueous Iodine solution lugols_solution (Storage conditions (Store in a…
Aqueous Iodine solution
Route of Administration
Oral
Storage conditions
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
Mechanism of Action
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
Contraindications
Lactation
Hypersensitive to iodides
Use in pregnancy
Hypothyroidism
Hypersensitive to iodine
Side effects
Bronchitis
Depression
Headache
Insomnia
Conjunctivitis
Indications
Thyroid storm
Hyperthyroidism
Pre-operative management of hyperthyroidism.
Post radioactive iodine treatment
Thyrotoxicosis
