REMS
Absorption: Converted in the GI tract and enters the circulation as iodine; also absorbed through skin and lungs; may also be obtained via recycling of iodothyronines.
Distribution: Concentrates in the thyroid gland and muscle; also found in skin, skeleton, breasts, and hair. Readily crosses the placenta; enters breast milk.
Half-Life: Unknown.
(effects on thyroid)
ROUTE | ONSET | PEAK | DURATION |
---|---|---|---|
PO | 24 hr | 1015 days | variable‡ |
‡Radiation protection lasts 24 hr.
Contraindicated in:
Use Cautiously in:
GI: GI BLEEDING, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
Derm: acneiform eruptions
Endo: hypothyroidism, goiter, hyperthyroidism
F and E: hyperkalemia
Neuro: tingling, confusion, weakness
MS: joint pain
Misc: hypersensitivity, iodism
Drug-drug:
Preparation for Thyroidectomy
Hyperthyroidism
Radiation Protectant to Radioactive Isotopes of Iodine
Reduction of Thyroid Cancer after Nuclear Accident
Potassium Iodide
(Generic available)Strong Iodine Solution
(Generic available)Lab Test Considerations: