Povidone-Iodine
Iodopen is a brand-name iodide supplement that provides essential iodine for thyroid hormone synthesis and treatment of iodine deficiency. It is typically used when patients require intravenous iodine supplementation due to absorption issues or specific thyroid conditions.
Iodopen is an injectable iodine supplement used to treat iodine deficiency and support thyroid function.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 217757
- Generic
- Iodopen
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Treatment and prevention of iodine deficiency states, supportive therapy for thyroid disorders requiring increased iodine intake, and situations where oral iodine supplementation is not feasible.
Provides iodide ions that are taken up by the thyroid gland for synthesis of thyroid hormones T3 and T4. As a parenteral formulation, it bypasses gastrointestinal absorption barriers.
Should be used under medical supervision with monitoring of thyroid function. Contraindicated in patients with hyperthyroidism and known iodide hypersensitivity. May interact with antithyroid medications and lithium. Not for long-term use without physician guidance.
Official drug label
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