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Potassium Iodide-Oral


Potassium iodide is used to prepare for thyroid surgery along with antithyroid medicine; to treat high thyroid levels; to protect the thyroid in a radiation emergency. It also has been used as an expectorant which may help loosen and break up mucous.


 
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Uses
Potassium iodide is used to prepare for thyroid surgery along with antithyroid medicine; to treat high thyroid levels; to protect the thyroid in a radiation emergency. It also has been used as an expectorant which may help loosen and break up mucous.


Storage
  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include muscle weakness and irregular heartbeat.

How To Use
  • Yodefan is usually taken after meals three to four times a day.
  • To administer, measure the prescribed amount using a dropper or special calibrated spoon.
  • Place the medication in a full glass of water then stir and drink immediately.
  • Follow with another glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water, unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
  • Take Yodefan as prescribed.
  • Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed.

Side Effects
  • Acne, loss of appetite, or stomach upset may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication.
  • If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
  • Notify your doctor if you develop: fever, weakness, unusual tiredness, swelling in the neck or throat, mouth sores, skin rash, nausea, vomiting, stomach pains, irregular heartbeat, numbness or tingling of the hands or feet, a metallic taste in the mouth.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor if you have: pre-existing thyroid disease, lung disease, kidney disease, Addison s disease, tuberculosis, stomach disorders, skin disorders, any allergies.
  • Yodefan is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
  • Consult your doctor before using Yodefan.
  • Since small amounts of Yodefan are found in breast milk, breast-feeding is not recommended while taking Yodefan.
  • Consult your doctor.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double-up the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: medication for thyroid disease, potassium supplements, water pills (diuretics), lithium.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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