Iodide
Iodine is essential trace element in the human diet necessary for the formation of thyroid hormanes.
Primary Characteristics
It is of Natural origin and belongs to Halogen.
Molecular Weight: 253.8 · pKa: 8.9 · Solubility in Water: soluble · Solubility in Alcohol: soluble · Non-proprietary name: Iodide.
Pharmacokinetics
Elimination: renal excretion is Urine.
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Indications
Iodide is primarily indicated in conditions like Antiseptic, Hyperthyroidism, Iodine deficiency, Wounds.
Iodide is also indicated for secondary conditions like Fungal infection, Sporotrichosis.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Dosage
None recorded.
Drug Interactions
Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Side Effects
Iodide in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Eosinophilia , Eosinophilia .
The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Iodide are Hypotension, Vomiting, Tachycardia, Abdominal pain, Shock, Bloodstained diarrhea.
Iodide is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include athralgia, Cutaneous hemorrhage, Fever, Purpura, Urticaria.
Warnings / Precautions
Interference in Pathology
Iodide may interfere in the diagnosis of intrefere test of thyroid function.
Available Brands
Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.99 — Unassigned