Potassium Iodide
FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Iosat, Kali Iodatum, Kali Iodatum 1X, Potassium Iodide, Sski, Thyrosafe
- Brand Names
- Iosat, Kali Iodatum, Kali Iodatum 1X, Potassium Iodide, Sski, Thyrosafe
- Dosage Form
- TABLET
- Product Type
- DRUG FOR FURTHER PROCESSING
Description
DESCRIPTION: Each milliliter (1 mL) of Potassium Iodide Oral Solution contains 65 mg of potassium iodide (USP) in a black raspberry-flavored solution. Inactive ingredients are: FD&C Red #40 and Blue #1, methylparaben, natural and artificial black raspberry flavor, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water (USP), sodium saccharin, sucrose.
What Is Potassium Iodide Used For?
Use Helps prevent radioactive iodine from getting into the thyroid gland during a nuclear radiation emergency. Use along with other emergency measures recommended by public officials. INDICATIONS: Potassium Iodide Oral Solution is a thyroid blocking medicine that is used in a nuclear radiation emergency only.
Dosage and Administration
Directions use as directed by public officials in the event of a nuclear radiation emergency. do not take more than 1 dose in 24 hours. Dosing Chart (dropper inside) Adults over 18 years 2 mL every day (130 mg) and Children over 12 years to 18 years who weigh at least 150 pounds 2 mL every day (130 mg) Children over 12 years to 18 years who weigh less than 150 pounds 1 mL every day (65 mg) and Children over 3 years to 12 years 1 mL every day (65 mg) Children over 1 month to 3 years 0.5 mL every day (32.5 mg) Babies at birth to 1 month 0.25 mL every day (16.25 mg) Dropper 2mL Dropper 1mL Dropper 0.5mL Dropper 0.25 mL DIRECTIONS FOR USE: Use only as directed by public officials if a nuclear radiation emergency happens. Dose: Adults over 18 years 2 mL every day (130 mg) Children over 12 years to 18 years 2 mL every day (130 mg) who weigh at least 150 pounds Children over 12 years to 18 years 1 mL every day (65 mg) who weigh less than 150 pounds Children over 3 years to 12 years 1 mL every day (65 mg) Children over 1 month to 3 years 0.5 mL every day (32.5 mg) Babies at birth to 1 month 0.25 mL every day (16.25 mg) Take KI every day (every 24 hours) as directed by public officials. Do not take more than 1 dose in 24 hours. More will not help you. Too much medicine may increase the chances of side effects. Dropper 2mL Dropper 1mL Dropper 0.5mL Dropper 0.25mL
Warnings and Precautions
Warnings Allergy alert: Iodine may cause an allergic reaction with 1 or more of the following symptoms: shortness of breath or wheezing skin rash trouble breathing, speaking or swallowing swelling fever and joint pain Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to iodine nodular thyroid disease with heart disease hypocomplementemic vasculitis dermatitis herpetiformis Stop use and ask a doctor if you have an allergic reaction. Get medical help right away if you have trouble breathing, speaking or swallowing; shortness of breath; wheezing; swelling of the mouth, tongue or throat; or rash. irregular heart or chest pain. Get medical help right away. swelling of the hands or feet, fever, or joint pain. Keep Out of Reach of Children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. WARNING: People who are allergic to iodine, have dermatitis herpetiformis or hypocomplementemic vasculitis, or have nodular thyroid disease with heart disease should not take KI. Keep out of the reach of children. In case of an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, speaking or swallowing; wheezing; shortness of breath or swelling of the mouth or throat), call 911 or get medical care right away. In case of overdose, get medical help or call a Poison Control Center right away.
How Supplied
Other Information store at 25°C (77°F). Excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F). See USP Controlled Room Temperature. keep container tightly closed keep in carton protected from light do not throw away consumer package insert HOW SUPPLIED: Potassium Iodide Oral Solution is supplied in 1 oz (30 mL) bottles. Each mL contains 65 mg potassium iodide. Store at 25°C (77°F). Excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.] Keep container tightly closed and in carton, protected from light. MISSION PHARMACAL COMPANY San Antonio, TX 78230 1355 I0314R0919
About This Information
This drug information is sourced from FDA-approved labeling via the openFDA database. It is intended for educational and reference purposes only. This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making decisions about medication. Drug information may be updated by the FDA; check with your pharmacist for the most current information.
What are side effects?
Side effects are unwanted reactions that can occur when taking a medication. They range from mild (headache, nausea) to severe (allergic reactions, organ damage). Not everyone experiences side effects, and severity varies. Report any concerning side effects to your doctor.
What are drug interactions?
Drug interactions occur when a medication is affected by another drug, food, or supplement. Interactions can make medications less effective or cause dangerous side effects. Always tell your doctor about all medications and supplements you take.