Potassium iodide

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General

Potassium iodide is used primarily for the prevention or treatment of a lack of iodine or an iodine-deficiency-related thyroid enlargement (goiter).

Is this ingredient for what purposes?

• Prevent thyroid enlargement
• reduce existing thyroid enlargement
• Prevent storage of radioactive iodine
• Prevent and treat iodine deficiency.

Price comparison

The table below shows all collected medication containing the active ingredient potassium iodide:
(Please note also our notes about the price and payment information)

Price comparison
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Drug	Price per 1000 µg of the active substance	Dosage of the active substance	Packungs-size and dosage form	Cheapest price per Pack (with surcharge),(Versandkosten)
Iodide 100 µg /-200 µg	0,15 EUR	261.6 µg per Tablet	100 Tabs	Price 3,84 EUR (EUR 3.95 shipping) price comparison
Jodetten 100 / – 150 / -200 Henning	0.16 EUR	262 µg per Tablet	100 Tabs	Price 4.25 EUR (EUR 3.95 shipping) price comparison
Iodide 100 µg /-200 µg	0.17 EUR	261.6 µg per Tablet	50 Tablets	Price EUR 2.24 (4.50 EUR shipping) price comparison
Jodetten 100 / – 150 / -200 Henning	0.18 EUR	196 µg per Tablet	100 Tabs	Price 3.56 EUR (4.50 EUR shipping) price comparison
Iodide 100 µg /-200 µg	0.19 EUR	130.8 µg per Tablet	100 Tabs	Price EUR 2.47 (3,95 EUR shipping) price comparison
Jodetten 100 / – 150 / -200 Henning	0.19 EUR	262 µg per Tablet	50 Tablets	Price of 2.53 EUR (3.70 EUR shipping) price comparison
Jodetten 100 / – 150 / -200 Henning	0.21 EUR	131 µg per Tablet	100 Tabs	Price EUR 2.74 (3,95 EUR shipping) price comparison
Jodetten 100 / – 150 / -200 Henning	0,22 EUR	196 µg per Tablet	50 Tablets	Price EUR 2.13 (3.70 EUR shipping) price comparison
Iodide 100 µg /-200 µg	0,22 EUR	130.8 µg per Tablet	50 Tablets	Price 1.43 EUR (3.70 EUR shipping) price comparison
Jodetten 100 / – 150 / -200 Henning	0.24 EUR	131 µg per Tablet	50 Tablets	Price EUR 1.59 (3.70 EUR shipping) price comparison
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What drugs involve potassium iodide

The table below shows all covered drugs in which potassium iodide is included. In the last column, you will find the links to the available fields of application in which the respective drugs can be used.

Drug	Dosage form	Area of application
Jodetten 100 / – 150 / -200 Henning	Tablet	Unhide Hyperthyroidism Thyroid function hide
Iodide 100 µg /-200 µg	Tablet	Unhide Hyperthyroidism Thyroid function hide
Iodide 500 µg	Tablet	Unhide Hyperthyroidism hide
Iodide ratio-pharm 100 µg /-200 µg	Tablet	Unhide Hyperthyroidism Thyroid function hide
Potassium iodide BC 200 µg	Tablet	Unhide Hyperthyroidism Thyroid function hide
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How potassium iodide works

Below to learn more about the applications and the action of potassium iodide. Read also the information about the active ingredient group thyreostatic, among which the active substance potassium iodide.

Fields of application of the active substance: potassium iodide

Potassium iodide is used primarily for the prevention or treatment of a lack of iodine or an iodine-deficiency-related thyroid enlargement (goiter).

Also potassium iodide is used in high dosages, an enlarged thyroid gland before surgery to shrink and reduce the blood flow of the institution.

The use of potassium iodide as therapy of hyperthyroidism is now outdated. Using alternative thyreostatic such as Methimazole.

Potassium iodide can prevent the uptake of radioactive iodine in the body. Therefore, it is given preventive for example after an accident at a nuclear power station.

In-depth information is available to the following application areas by potassium iodide:

• Hyperthyroidism
• Thyroid function

Mode of action of potassium iodide

Potassium iodide is an important trace element in the first place. But, in higher doses, it acts like an Antithyroid. Iodine is absorbed by the thyroid gland and stored to use it to build up by thyroid hormones. Too little iodine in the body is present, the body can produce no sufficient amounts of hormones. It is called a thyroid function. Pauses this lack of iodine can cause even an enlargement of the thyroid gland (goiter). The need for iodine in the form of tablets or iodized table salt can be covered to prevent a shortage of iodide and thus an underActive of thyroid.

When a hyperthyroidism, thyroid gland produces too many hormones. Is potassium iodide taken in high doses of more than 5 milligrams per day, it prevents the release of these hormones.

Allergic reactions to drugs

Medicines sometimes trigger allergic reactions. Should you perceive the signs of an allergic reaction to potassium iodide, so tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

What interactions shows potassium iodide?

It is important to note that the interactions can be different depending on the pharmaceutical form of a drug (for example, Tablet, syringe, ointment).

The effect is weakened by other thyreostatic by addition of potassium iodide. Therefore, unnecessary potassium iodide revenue should be avoided during treatment of hyperthyroidism.

Lithium is simultaneously administered with high amounts of potassium iodide a thyroid function or an enlargement of the organ can be the result.

Some Entwässerungsmittel increase the potassium levels in the blood. At the same time potassium iodide used, there may be an excessive blood potassium levels.

Contra-indications

The following information about contra-indications in the application of potassium iodide in General, pregnancy & lactation, and in children. It is important to note that the contra-indications can be different depending on the pharmaceutical form of a drug (for example, Tablet, syringe, ointment).

When potassium iodide cannot use?

Potassium iodide should not be ingested at a hyperthyroidism. Exception is a potassium iodide treatment before surgery for thyroid.

Benign hormone-producing tumors of the thyroid gland, so-called autonomous adenomas, or other areas of the thyroid gland that produce thyroid hormone uncontrollably, not potassium iodide may be administered. Exception is a potassium iodide treatment before surgery for thyroid.

Iodine allergy or a dermatitis of Herpetiformis, a rare bubble-forming skin disease, no potassium iodide may be taken.

What must you consider when pregnancy and breast-feeding?

The need for iodide is increased both during pregnancy and lactation. To an adequate intake of iodine must be paid therefore. The recommended daily dose is 200 micrograms during pregnancy and breastfeeding. However, larger amounts of potassium iodide should be avoided due to the high sensitivity of the child.

What is taken into account in children?

The intake of potassium iodide is already possible from infancy.

What side effects can potassium iodide have?

Below, you will learn the most important thing possible, well-known side effects of potassium iodide. These side effects should not occur, but can. Because everyone reacts differently to medications. Please also note that the side effects in type and frequency can vary depending on the pharmaceutical form of a drug (for example, Tablet, syringe, ointment).

Side effects rarely occur during treatment with potassium iodide. However, a hyperthyroidism can be triggered by benign hormone-producing tumors of the thyroid.

Fever, burning eyes, skin rash, diarrhea, and headaches are signs of a hypersensitivity to potassium iodide.