Lugols Oral
Generic Name: IODINE, STRONG - ORAL
Pronounced: (EYE-oh-dine)
Lugols Oral Uses
This medication contains iodine and potassium iodide. It
is used along with antithyroid medicines to prepare the thyroid gland for
surgical removal and to treat certain overactive thyroid conditions
(hyperthyroidism, thyroid storm). It works by shrinking the size of the thyroid
gland and by decreasing the amount of thyroid hormones the body
makes.
This medication may also be used to protect the thyroid
gland after radioactive iodine treatment or in a radiation exposure emergency.
In such cases, this product blocks the thyroid gland from absorbing radioactive
iodine, protecting it from damage and reducing the risk of thyroid cancer. In a
radiation exposure emergency, use this medication along with other emergency
measures that will be recommended to you by public health and safety officials
(e.g., finding safe shelter, evacuation, controlling food
supply).
This medication may also be used for other conditions as
determined by your doctor (e.g., treatment of iodine
deficiency).
How To Use Lugols Oral
Take this medication by mouth as directed. Use the dropper
that comes with the bottle to measure the correct dose. To improve the taste,
mix the dose in a full glass (8 ounces or 240 milliliters) of water, milk,
formula, or juice before taking. To decrease stomach upset, take this
medication after meals or with food. Do not use this medication if it turns
brownish-yellow.
Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to
treatment. Do not increase your dose, take it more often, or take it for longer
than prescribed or recommended because of the increased risk of side
effects.
In a radiation emergency, take this drug only when public
health and safety officials tell you to do so. Start treatment as soon as
possible for the best protection. The length of treatment will be determined by
public health and safety officials.
If so directed, use this medication regularly to get the
most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each
day.
Tell your doctor if your condition persists or
worsens.
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